The U.S. reveals the F-47 fighter, China unveils invasion-ready barges, and stealth bombers mass on Diego Garcia. Plus, Eastern Africa teeters on the edge of regional war. Buckle up.
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00:00 Introduction
00:48 Introducing the F-47 Fighter
12:44 China’s New Invasion Ships
22:28 Bombers Massing on Diego Garcia
32:25 Eastern Africa is about to Erupt
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BBC, Rwanda and Burundi: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5znee2dxno
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