US warns Madagascar over growing military ties with Russia
The United States has warned Madagascar against deepening its military ties with Russia, after the island nation expanded defence cooperation following last year's military takeover. The warning comes as Washington raises concerns about the spread of what one senior US military official described as a "Sahel model" of security partnerships. Madagascar's location in the Indian Ocean, close to major shipping routes, was highlighted as part of the concern.US Africa Command deputy head Lt Gen John Brennan said Madagascar's position made it strategically important to global trade and maritime security. He said Russia had increased its military cooperation with Madagascar since... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Nov 2026 09:32 LONDON
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