CIA Chief Visits East Africa to Address Security Concerns Amid Shifting Regional Dynamics
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CIA chief visits East Africa to discuss regional security issues like terrorism, conflicts in Sudan, Ethiopia-Somalia tensions, and Congo election crisis
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Kenya seen as vital U.S. ally in Horn of Africa for intelligence gathering and counterterrorism efforts against groups like al-Shabaab
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Concerns over Ethiopia's deal with Somaliland for military port access, which Somalia opposes and could further destabilize region
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United States troubled by increasing Russian and Iranian influence and presence in region
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Visit comes as U.S. seeks to exert more influence amid shifting regional geopolitical dynamics driven by national interests of African leaders