US sends special forces into north Africa: "States previously shunned by the international community, such as Algeria, are being provided with arms and military training and may become a cornerstone of US military interests in the region. 'We are interested in being able to land at bases in Algeria with our aircraft, or train together,' Gen Wald said. 'We think we have a lot to learn from the Algerians.' "

We have a lot to learn from Algeria? Like what? How to respond to election wins of the oposition?