Mozambican marines, trained by United States Special Forces, are now prepared to go into combat against the islamist terrorists operating in the northern province of
According to a press release from the US embassy in
It is 20 years since the last
"As I witnessed the impressive battlefield skills during a demonstration at the training facility, I was proud of the work our countrymen were able to accomplish together," said Hearne, cited in the release.
The US Special Operations Forces trained Mozambican marines for two months on "tactical skills, combat casualty care, marksmanship, and executing a mission while avoiding damage to civilians and property", said the release.
"This training exercise", it added, "reflects the United States Government's commitment to support the
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