War on terror puts greater U.S. military focus on Africa

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The realignment of U.S. forces in Europe and Asia has resulted in a focus on Africa as a source of allies and temporary bases in the war against terrorism and will promote the efforts of the U.S. military's European Command (EUCOM) in targeting terrorists trying to hide in Africa. Marine Corps Gen. James Jones, commander of both NATO and EUCOM has stated that the shift of U.S. military personnel is also focused to support operations in the Middle East and Central Asia and the transformation is aimed at the creation of expeditionary forces that cost less in resources and manpower and are capable of reacting quickly.

Africa, Military aspects, United States. Armed Forces

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Conference language pushes civilian C-17

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Congressional conference requires the Air Force to study a commercial version of a large military transport plane that could be added to the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAP). Lawmakers have no option but to depend on Boeing Co's. C-17 Globemaster III, as it is the only U.S. made military transport in production that can carry heavy, outsized loads.

United States. Air Force, Transport planes, Transport airplanes

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New technologies aim to thwart enemy attacks, save lives

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Various defense systems are being developed to combat terrorists and enemies. These systems include Mobility Denial System, X-Net among others, and medical technology to save someone's life.

Product development, Military equipment, Military paraphernalia, Mechanization, Military

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