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world2 months ago•1 min saved

Nigeria and Burkina Faso Resolve Military Detention Dispute

Nigeria's Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar apologized to Burkina Faso after a Nigerian military jet, which developed a technical issue, entered Burkinabè airspace without authorization, leading to the detention of 11 servicemen. The incident caused a diplomatic row with the Alliance of Sahel States, but both countries agreed to maintain dialogue and cooperation. The detained personnel have been released, and the aircraft is expected to return to Nigeria.

via BBC|

#burkina-faso #diplomatic-incident #military-flight

us2 years ago•1 min saved

Sonic Boom Caused Explosion-Like Noise Across DC Area, Officials Confirm

A loud explosion-like noise heard across the Washington D.C. area on Sunday afternoon was caused by an authorized Defense Department flight, resulting in a sonic boom. The emergency management agency in Annapolis, Maryland confirmed that the noise did not pose a threat to the public. The origin of the flight and which branch of the military was operating it is still unknown.

via The New York Times|

#emergency-management #military-flight #public-safety