U S Deploys 300 Troops to Africa to Track Boko Haram
The White House announced that 300 U S troops will help set up a drone base in Cameroon to surveil Boko Haram across Nigeria and neighboring countries. About 90 troops arrived, with more expected, to train Cameroonian forces and bolster border security while avoiding direct combat.
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U S and Russia nearing air safety pact over Syria
The United States and Russia are finalizing a memorandum of understanding on basic air safety procedures over Syria after talks. Washington says it will not alter anti IS operations or cooperate with Moscow. Secretary Ash Carter criticizes Russia’s Assad support. Russian jets reportedly approach U S drone patrols, with STAR TASS noting a near three mile separation in one incident.
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Insurgents clash with ISIS north of Aleppo as Syria readies attack
Islamic State militants battled rival insurgents north of Aleppo with the Syrian army preparing an assault backed by Iranian forces and Russian jets. ISIS reportedly seized parts of Ahras and Tel Jabin before being repelled as rebels warn of threatened supply lines into Aleppo.
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Clinton's debate performance energizes Democrats
After the Las Vegas Democratic debate, Hillary Clinton's team touted a strong opening statement and a hopeful tone. Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley praised Clinton's night, while analysts weighed trust issues and potential Biden entry as Trump called it a gentle, winner night.
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Pope seeks forgiveness for Vatican scandals in Rome
Pope Francis asked for forgiveness for sexual scandals at the Vatican and in Rome during his general audience, saying I ask you for forgiveness in the name of the Church to tens of thousands. In a separate report scientists announced 47 fossil teeth from Fuyan Cave in Hunan China suggesting Homo sapiens left Africa earlier than thought, 80 000 to 120 000 years ago.
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Best preserved Mesozoic mammal fossil reshapes early life
A tiny furry mammal with spines and armor from Spain 125 million years ago offers the clearest glimpse yet of mammals in the age of dinosaurs. Experts call it the best preserved Mesozoic mammal fossil, shedding light on early mammalian evolution.
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