AFRICOM Picks Libya as Host of "Flintlock 26" Exercise
The US Africa Command (AFRICOM) Deputy Commander, Lt. John Brennan, confirmed efforts to unify Libya's security forces and strengthen cohesion between the East and West.
The "Flintlock 26" maneuvers will bring together western and eastern Libyan forces for the first time, with the goal of enhancing security cooperation and supporting efforts to unify Libya's military institutions.
Brennan noted that Libya holds significant economic opportunities and potential for developing the security sector, but stressed that realizing these opportunities depends on unifying the security forces.
The "Flintlock" exercise focuses on countering extremist organizations and will be hosted by Libya for the first time, with training locations scheduled near Sirte for next spring.
Author's summary: AFRICOM chooses Libya to host "Flintlock 26" exercise.