Defence

Arsenal’s title defence: keeping tired players fit and the Vinícius question | Arsenal

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After beating MK Dons 3-0 in a training-ground friendly last weekend, Arsenal truly begin their pre-season programme against Girona on Saturday evening. It marks a return to action for the Premier League champions, who will want to show their success last season was not a one-off. Retaining the English title is incredibly difficult if you … Read more

Gulf-Africa Defence Cooperation: a Shared Lever?

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Recent developments in Africa indicate a noticeable intensification of security cooperation with the Gulf states. The military agreements that Somalia signed with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, the UAE’s investments in defense technologies in Nigeria, and the strengthening of military relations between the UAE and Egypt all raise important questions. Why are African countries turning to … Read more