From Libya to Egypt’s Sinai, to East Africa and West Africa the jihadists have already posed a threat, Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told a press conference. He was discussing the October 4 clash in Niger, West Africa, that cost the lives of four American soldiers. The incident shocked many Americans unaware of the hundreds-strong US military presence in that country. He hinted that American troops would be authorized to shoot first on “terrorist” targets, which is not the case now. We’re dealing with a challenge that exists from West Africa to Southeast Asia,” he said.

Source: Libya Today October 24, 2017 03:33 UTC