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international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

French Troops Withdraw from Niger as Parisian Influence Fades

French troops have completed their withdrawal from Niger, marking the end of over a decade of French operations in the Sahel region. This is the third time in less than 18 months that French troops have been forced to leave a country in the Sahel, following military takeovers in Mali and Burkina Faso. The rise in anti-French sentiments and a shift towards closer ties with Russia have strained relations between France and the Sahel countries. The exit leaves US, Italian, and German soldiers remaining in Niger, while France's former ally, President Mohamed Bazoum, remains under house arrest.

via Al Jazeera English|

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international-affairs2 years ago•2 min saved

France Withdraws Troops and Closes Embassy in Niger Amid Political Turmoil

The last French troops deployed in Niger have left, marking the end of over a decade of French anti-jihadist operations in the Sahel region. This follows the demand from Niger's ruling generals for the French forces to depart after a coup in July. While France has withdrawn its troops, there are still hundreds of US military personnel, as well as Italian and German troops, remaining in Niger. The withdrawal comes amidst a series of coups in the region, straining relations between former colonial power France and the Sahel nations.

via FRANCE 24 English|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Nigerians Rally Against French Presence Following Coup"

Tens of thousands of protesters gathered outside a French military base in Niger's capital, Niamey, demanding the withdrawal of French troops following a military coup that has gained widespread popular support. France's influence in West Africa has diminished in recent years, and its forces have been expelled from neighboring Mali and Burkina Faso after coups in those countries. Anti-French sentiment has increased in Niger since the coup, and last week, France ignored the junta's order to expel its ambassador. The protests indicate continued support for the junta and opposition to France's presence in the region.

via Reuters|

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