"U.S. Military Drills in Africa Target Terrorism, Counter Russia-China Influence"

The U.S. military's Flintlock exercise in Ghana, involving African and NATO forces, aims to counter terrorism and the growing influence of Russia and China in Africa. The training focuses on counterterrorism operations and democratic values, but faces challenges as some trained leaders have led coups. The U.S. competes with Russia and China, who offer military aid and trade agreements with fewer conditions, complicating Washington's efforts to maintain influence in the region.