CLEAN : Mali: A new anti Jihadist force supported by France 2

Operation Barkhane involves 4000 troops deployed from the Atlantic to Sudan's borders, primarily to assist African partners in combating terrorism and directly engage armed terrorist groups. The French forces in the Sahel-Saharan region support African partners in various missions, including city security, patrols, and convoy escorts. The operation includes over 4000 personnel, tactical transport aircraft, fighter jets, observation drones, and combat vehicles, supported by combat helicopters. The challenges include operating in the hostile Sahel desert, covering vast distances, and maintaining a strategic presence to create uncertainty for adversaries.

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