Hundreds rally against US troop presence in Niger
Protesters in Niger demand the withdrawal of US troops as a delegation from Washington is set to visit for an orderly exit.
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US delegation to visit Niger amid troop withdrawal demand
In response to the coup, the United States significantly scaled back its cooperation, including military support, with Niger
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Niger’s diesel delivery to Mali aims to alleviate power shortages
Niger partners with Mali to tackle power shortages by supplying 150 million litres of diesel, amidst ongoing electricity outages and financial constraints.
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Russian air defense system and trainers touch down in Niger
This development comes after Niger’s military government, in January, opted to enhance security cooperation with Russia
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Niger welcomes Russian military instructors in boost to ties
Russian military instructors arrive in Niger to strengthen ties and enhance security cooperation amid growing instability and violence in the Sahel.
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Niger’s junta reinforces demand for US troop withdrawal
pproximately 650 US personnel are stationed in Niger to oversee the activities of jihadist groups
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Niger’s elected local councils abolished by military junta
Niger’s military rulers dissolved all elected local councils and appointed military officers in their place, further consolidating power after last July’s coup.
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Niger, US discuss troop withdrawal following cooperation deal end
Niger’s decision to sever ties with the US throws the future of US military presence in West Africa into question.
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Niger deepens ties with Russia, strains relations with West
Niger’s military regime is shaking up regional security dynamics. The West is out, Russia is in, and a new joint force is being formed to combat insurgents.
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Niger attack: Islamic State claims responsibility, 30 soldiers killed
Niger army attack claimed by Islamic State, resulting in the death of 30 soldiers and frustration over authorities’ failure to protect civilians.
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