Tag: Military Cooperation
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Swedish Soldiers Aid USA in Secret Somalia Operation
What Expressen Reports Expressen reports that Swedish soldiers have been secretly deployed to Somalia to assist a U.S. operation against the Islamist militant group al-Shabaab. The newspaper says roughly 15 operatives from the Royal Life Guards’ special units (KTSU) are involved. Unlike traditional armed troops, this group is described as not being dressed or tasked…
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Swedish Soldiers Help USA in Secret Somalia Operation
Stockholm — Sweden has reportedly deployed a small group of unarmed soldiers from the Livgardet’s special units (KTSU) to Somalia to assist a US-led mission against the al-Shabaab militant group, according to Expressen. The paper says roughly 15 operatives are involved. They are not classified as armed soldiers, and their work centers on forensic investigations,…
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Swedish Military Assists USA in Somalia with KTSU Biometric Experts
Overview A small but high-profile deployment highlights expanding security cooperation between Sweden and the United States. Swedish specialists from the Livgardets (Royal Guard) Kriminalteknisk säkerhetsunderrättelsetjänst, known as KTSU, are reported to have joined US-led forces in Somalia. The mission focuses on crime-scene forensics, including homemade bombs, as well as biometric and digital data analyses. Swedish…
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Sweden’s KTSU Joins US Forces in Somalia: DNA and Biometric Work
Overview of the operation Sweden is reportedly contributing a small team from its Kriminalteknisk säkerhetsunderrättelsetjänst (KTSU) to activities with US forces in Somalia. The unit is said to come from the 13th Security Battalion and, according to Swedish press reports, operates under a rotating staff model. The summer deployment involves a combination of on‑site field…
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Sweden’s Special Forces Aid USA in Somalia with DNA Biometrics
Sweden’s Special Forces in Somalia: The scope of the mission A small contingent from Kriminalteknisk säkerhetsunderrättelsetjänst (KTSU) — the Criminal Technical Security Intelligence Service — part of the 13th Security Battalion, is reported to have deployed to Somalia this summer to work alongside American forces under US Africa Command (AFRICOM). The unit is described as…
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Strengthening Ties: PH, Japan, and US Cooperation in WPS
Introduction The geopolitical landscape of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) has become a focal point of concern, especially with ongoing tensions involving China. In a significant development, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) recently concluded the 11th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA). This event, conducted in collaboration with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF)…
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France Sends Rafale Jets to Secure Polish Airspace
Introduction The French government has made a strategic decision to deploy three Rafale fighter jets to Poland, aiming to bolster the security of Polish airspace and contribute to the stability of Eastern Europe. This move comes in light of increasing geopolitical tensions in the region, highlighting France’s commitment to supporting its allies and ensuring regional…
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US Team Visits India for Aircraft Deal Negotiations
Introduction to the US Team’s Visit The recent announcement of a US team visiting India for negotiating an aircraft deal has created buzz in both defense and diplomatic circles. This group, featuring senior officials from the US Department of Defense and Boeing representatives, aims to strengthen military ties between the United States and India. Purpose…
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US Team Visits India for Aircraft Negotiations
Introduction to the US-India Aircraft Negotiations The recent decision for a US team to visit India marks a significant development in strengthening defense ties between the two nations. This visit is primarily focused on negotiating a critical aircraft deal involving the P-8 Poseidon, manufactured by Boeing, which is already in active service with the Indian…