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
Africa
What Washington got wrong about Niger and Russia
The ruling junta recently called on American troops to leave the country after a meeting where US officials warned against partnering with Moscow
April 11, 2024
Africa
Why the Nigerien junta wants to kick US troops out
While Washington’s policy has been rudderless since last year’s coup, an American exit might not be a bad thing
March 21, 2024
Africa
Is that US drone base in Niger really necessary?
As Washington seeks to expand UAV hubs throughout the region, it's worth exploring whether the one it has is doing anything worthwhile
January 10, 2024
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