Voice of America has learned that the country of Djibouti, located in the Horn of Africa, is being used as a transfer point for U.S. soldiers and military equipment being sent to Kuwait in preparation for a potential war with Iraq. Until now, the Pentagon had stated that the soldiers and equipment passing through Djibouti were related to the war on terrorism. Now, a military spokesperson tells Voice of America that U.S. forces in Djibouti are operating a logistics base for soldiers and equipment en route to Kuwait. This spokesperson says that using Djibouti allows the military to move soldiers to a potential combat area via air and ground routes. He also mentions that over the past six months, more than 10,000 U.S. soldiers have used Djibouti for travel to Kuwait.
Djibouti as a Hub for the Transfer of U.S. Soldiers and Military Equipment to Kuwait - 2002-11-26
Djibouti is being utilized as a logistical hub for the transfer of U.S. military personnel and equipment to Kuwait in anticipation of a possible conflict with Iraq. This marks a shift from previous Pentagon statements linking Djibouti's use to counter-terrorism efforts. The movement of over 10,000 soldiers in six months highlights the strategic importance of Djibouti in U.S. military operations.
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📰 What Happened
Djibouti is being used as a logistical hub for transferring U.S. soldiers and military equipment to Kuwait in anticipation of a potential conflict with Iraq, marking a shift from previous counter-terrorism narratives.
- Over 10,000 U.S. soldiers have passed through Djibouti in the last six months.
- The Pentagon has confirmed that Djibouti is now a logistics base for operations related to Iraq.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Djibouti has been a strategic location for U.S. military operations, particularly in the context of the War on Terror and regional conflicts.
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