armed forces
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The Sudanese government and armed forces didn’t respond to requests for comment.
And while the armed forces provide guaranteed pensions after 20 years and unmatched job security, they don’t offer bulky salaries or six-figure year-end bonuses.
It capped its armed forces at 85,000 troops, less than 10% of its current strength, and set limits on its long-range weapons.
The armed forces would benefit from motivated young French men and women, he added: "It is an act of trust in our youth."
From BBC
"All borders are now open", General Lansana Mansali, inspector general of the armed forces, told AFP, reversing the prior day's closure of all land, air and sea entry.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.