An Australian Special Operations soldier sets up an ambush during a small unit tactics class as part of Flintlock 2017 in Diffa, Niger, Mar. 2, 2017. Flintlock is an annual, multinational Special Operations Forces exercise designed to reinforce the military capabilities of participating nations. Exercises like Flintlock provide a unique opportunity to enhance regional coordination and address common security challenges.

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