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UK Army Cancels Kenya Training After Defence Pact Stalls

7/24/2026

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The British army cancelled the 1st Battalion, Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment training after Kenya refused to ratify a defence pact.
Kenyan lawmakers demanded greater local jurisdiction and higher fees for the training camp.
A UK Ministry of Defence spokesperson said licences for the Laikipia camp were not granted, so the exercise will be held outside Kenya.

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The British army cancelled the 1st Battalion, Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment training after Kenya refused to ratify a defence pact.
Kenyan lawmakers demanded greater local jurisdiction and higher fees for the training camp.
A UK Ministry of Defence spokesperson said licences for the Laikipia camp were not granted, so the exercise will be held outside Kenya.