Germany's army, the Bundeswehr, has officially withdrawn its last soldiers from Niger, ending an eight-year mission. This withdrawal follows a series of military coups that have disrupted the region's stability.
The move signals a significant shift in international military relationships in the Sahel, with Germany stepping back as Niger's new military junta increasingly leans towards Russia for military support.
Germany's presence in the Sahel was largely aimed at combating terrorism, but the changing political landscape and loss of cooperative agreements forced the Bundeswehr's exit.
With the evacuation of the last 60 soldiers, Germany's hope of retaining an influence in Niger has dwindled, while Russia's involvement in military training raises concerns for Western powers.
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