Africa
Niger's accusation of Western chicanery hits close to home
The latest spat between Niamey's junta leader and Nigeria reflects growing bad blood and the loss of US and French influence in the region.
January 21, 2025
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‘Peacemaker’ Faye wins snap Senegal elections
The popular president has taken a different approach, tasked with warming relations with neighboring junta leaders
November 20, 2024
Africa
Is Nigeria using Russia as an excuse for bloody crackdown?
Moscow has benefitted from a series of coups and instability in the region but that shouldn't be a default justification
September 11, 2024
Africa
Americans go home: Both Niger and Chad yank the welcome mat
American troop withdrawals this week reflect growing anti-Western sentiment and associated strategic shifts
April 26, 2024
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US to pull its 1,100 troops from Niger
Turns out the junta wasn't bluffing, and after a diplomatic struggle, Washington is taking its drone base and going home
April 21, 2024
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USAF whistleblower: US military at risk in Niger
Service member stationed there says they are being essentially 'held hostage' while US diplomatic efforts founder
April 18, 2024
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