Macron accuses Sahel of being 'ungrateful' for fight against terrorismMacron's comments on French intervention in Africa have been met with backlash from African leaders citing arrogance and a lack of respect for their sovereignty.
More control, less deniability: what next for Russia in Africa after Wagner?Russia's expanded influence in Africa, particularly in the Sahel region, poses a challenge to Western presence and interests.
Macron accuses Sahel of being 'ungrateful' for fight against terrorismMacron's comments on French intervention in Africa have been met with backlash from African leaders citing arrogance and a lack of respect for their sovereignty.
More control, less deniability: what next for Russia in Africa after Wagner?Russia's expanded influence in Africa, particularly in the Sahel region, poses a challenge to Western presence and interests.
Senegal's Sonko says foreign military bases to close DW 12/27/2024Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced significant plans including the closure of foreign military bases in Senegal and potential prosecutions of political rivals.
Chad ends defence pact with France in effort to assert sovereigntyChad's termination of its defense agreement with France marks a significant move towards asserting sovereignty and reshaping international relations.
France hands over first base in Chad during withdrawal from former colonyChad has officially ended military cooperation with France, marking a significant shift in regional military dynamics.
Chad ends defence pact with France in effort to assert sovereigntyChad's termination of its defense agreement with France marks a significant move towards asserting sovereignty and reshaping international relations.
France hands over first base in Chad during withdrawal from former colonyChad has officially ended military cooperation with France, marking a significant shift in regional military dynamics.
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger agree to grace period in ECOWAS withdrawalECOWAS is trying to convince Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to stay in the bloc during a six-month grace period.
Mali junta chief sacks prime minister DW 11/21/2024The military junta in Mali continues to postpone civilian rule, leading to the dismissal of Prime Minister Maiga after his public criticism.
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger agree to grace period in ECOWAS withdrawalECOWAS is trying to convince Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to stay in the bloc during a six-month grace period.
Mali junta chief sacks prime minister DW 11/21/2024The military junta in Mali continues to postpone civilian rule, leading to the dismissal of Prime Minister Maiga after his public criticism.
Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?The US has officially withdrawn troops from Niger after a military coup ended 11 years of defense cooperation.
Germany withdraws troops from junta-run Niger DW 08/30/2024The withdrawal of German troops from Niger signifies a shift in military alliances in the Sahel region, with Russia increasingly filling the void.
Pentagon Hands Over Bases in Niger as Extremism Spreads in the SahelThe U.S. military handed over control of its bases in Niger to local forces, ending a counterterrorism mission while violent extremism continues in the region.
Attack on Nigerien forces kills 23 soldiers and underscores continued conflict with militantsMilitant attack in Niger kills 23 soldiersNiger, Mali, Burkina Faso facing jihadi groups' violence
Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?The US has officially withdrawn troops from Niger after a military coup ended 11 years of defense cooperation.
Germany withdraws troops from junta-run Niger DW 08/30/2024The withdrawal of German troops from Niger signifies a shift in military alliances in the Sahel region, with Russia increasingly filling the void.
Pentagon Hands Over Bases in Niger as Extremism Spreads in the SahelThe U.S. military handed over control of its bases in Niger to local forces, ending a counterterrorism mission while violent extremism continues in the region.
Attack on Nigerien forces kills 23 soldiers and underscores continued conflict with militantsMilitant attack in Niger kills 23 soldiersNiger, Mali, Burkina Faso facing jihadi groups' violence