"Niger Cuts Military Ties with US Amid Allegations and Political Shifts"
Niger, a critical US partner in northwest Africa, is turning toward Russia amid escalating tensions with the US over the Russian military presence in the country. The US has expressed concern about Russia's increasing influence in Niger, leading to strained relations with the Nigerien junta. The intensifying military cooperation between Russia and Niger has raised fears among US officials that the Kremlin is gaining a foothold in the Sahel region, potentially impacting counterterrorism efforts. The US military's future presence in Niger is uncertain, and there are concerns that a withdrawal could create a vacuum exploited by Islamist militants and Russian mercenaries.
- Russia undermining relationship of critical West African ally with the US, officials say CNN
- Niger Orders American Troops to Leave Its Territory The New York Times
- Niger Termination of U.S. Military Ties Followed Accusation of Iran Uranium Deal - WSJ The Wall Street Journal
- Niger junta announces end to military relationship with United States The Washington Post
- Niger ends military co-operation agreement with US Financial Times
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