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How, in Niger and beyond, the Green Berets serve US security

By Tom Rogan
Published October 5, 2017 7:36pm ET
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How, in Niger and beyond, the Green Berets serve US security
They are ultimate warrior diplomats. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) | RAFIQ MAQBOOL

U.S. Army Special Forces, also known as Green Berets, play a crucial role in helping allies to support U.S. security interests.

Unfortunately, as with the three Green Berets who were killed in Niger on Wednesday, their job is fraught with risk.

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