Kenya Hosts High-Level U.S. Special Forces-Led Security Forum
The annual conference provides a platform for global military leaders to discuss shared security threats and showcase emerging defence technologies...
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Kenya recently hosted Silent Warrior 2025, a high-level security forum led by the United States, bringing together senior military leaders from 40 nations to discuss counterterrorism and strengthen partnerships. This marks the second time the conference has been held in Africa, following the 2024 edition in Tunisia.
- The event was attended by African Special Operations Forces (SOF) leaders and allied countries, focusing on enhancing cross-border coordination.
- Vice Chief of the Defence Forces Lieutenant General John Omenda represented Kenya, emphasizing unity, collaboration, and improved coordination among partner nations.
- Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Kenya, Susan Burns, highlighted that Silent Warrior reflects the strong Kenya–U.S. security partnership and commitment to regional peace.
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