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US Releases $1.3 Billion in Military Aid to Egypt Amid Gaza Ceasefire Efforts

Sep 13, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

The US State Department announced on Thursday its decision to release $1.3 billion in military aid to Egypt without conditions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this release comes amidst close collaboration between Cairo and Washington on brokering a ceasefire in Gaza. Previously, the United States had tied a portion of its annual aid to Egypt … Read more

Niger Breaks Off Military Cooperation With US Govt

Mar 17, 2024. by Praise Ben

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the government of Niger has officially terminated its military cooperation agreement with the United States, effective immediately.tThis abrupt decision was announced on national television on Saturday evening, just one day after a senior US delegation concluded a three-day visit aimed at engaging with Niger’s military junta, which has shown inclinations towards … Read more