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international-relations1 year ago

Chad Terminates Defense Pact with France, Reducing Western Influence

Chad has announced the termination of its defense cooperation agreement with France, signaling a shift in its strategic partnerships and raising questions about France's influence in the Sahel region. This move follows Chad's recent distancing from Western allies, including the withdrawal of US troops. Despite the termination, Chad's Foreign Minister emphasized that France remains an essential partner, and the decision does not signify a complete break in relations.

via BBC.com|
#chad#defense-cooperation#france
international-relations1 year ago

"Niger's Revocation of US Military Pact: Provocation by Russia and Iran?"

Niger has suspended its military agreement with the United States, citing pressure from US officials over its ties with Russia and Iran. The US military operates key bases in Niger for operations in the Sahel region, but the suspension of the pact raises concerns about the US military presence in the region and potential shifts in alliances. The move comes amid growing Russian influence in the Sahel and could leave Niger vulnerable to security challenges, while also impacting the US military's footprint in the region.

via Al Jazeera English|
#international-relations#military-pact#niger
international-relations1 year ago

"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.

via CNN|
#international-relations#military-cooperation#niger
africa1 year ago

"Niger Junta Orders Termination of Military Ties with US Over Alleged Iran Uranium Deal"

Niger has ordered 1,000 American armed forces personnel to leave the country, revoking its military cooperation deal with the United States and throwing the U.S. strategy in the region into disarray. The military junta in Niger stated that the American presence in the country is "illegal" and violates constitutional and democratic rules, signaling a growing trend in the Sahel region of breaking ties with Western countries and partnering with Russia instead.

via The New York Times|
#africa#military-cooperation#military-junta
international-relations1 year ago

"Niger's Junta Terminates US Military Agreement, Threatens Sahel Operations"

Niger's junta announced on state television that the US military presence in the country is no longer justified, suspending military cooperation with Washington and claiming US flights over its territory in recent weeks were illegal. The US has invested years and hundreds of millions of dollars in training Niger’s military, but the country has ended its security partnership with the European Union and France has withdrawn its troops from the country. The US had some 650 personnel working in Niger in December, according to a White House report to Congress.

via The Associated Press|
#international-relations#jihadist-violence#military-cooperation
world-news1 year ago

"Violence Against Catholics Escalates in Burkina Faso"

At least 15 Catholics were killed in a terrorist attack during Mass in the village of Essakane, Burkina Faso. The attack is the latest in a series of atrocities blamed on Islamist terrorist groups in the Sahel region, leading to the displacement of millions of people. Bishop Laurent Birfuoré Dabiré expressed solidarity with Catholics who fear attending Mass due to jihadist attacks, and called for prayers for peace and security in the West African nation.

via Catholic News Agency|
#burkina-faso#catholic-church#islamist-extremism
world-news1 year ago

"Deadly Attack on Catholic Church in Burkina Faso Leaves 15 Dead"

At least 15 people were killed and two others injured in an attack on a Catholic church in north-eastern Burkina Faso, suspected to be carried out by Islamist militants. This is the latest in a series of attacks attributed to such groups in the country, where more than a third of the territory is under insurgent control. The authorities have been battling Islamist groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State, and churches have been targeted in recent years, resulting in the deaths of many worshippers. Burkina Faso, along with Mali and Niger, recently pulled out of the regional bloc, Ecowas, citing lack of support in the fight against terrorism.

via BBC.com|
#burkina-faso#catholic-church-attack#islamist-militants
international-relations1 year ago

"Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso Withdraw from West African Bloc"

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have announced their withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), citing the bloc's failure to support their fight against terrorism and insecurity. The three countries, all plagued by Islamist insurgencies, accused ECOWAS of bowing to foreign powers and criticized the sanctions imposed on them as "illegitimate, inhumane, and irresponsible." This move deepens the rift between their military juntas and other West African states, escalating tensions following a series of military coups in the region.

via The Washington Post|
#ecowas#international-relations#islamist-insurgencies
international-relations2 years ago

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|
#anti-french-sentiments#french-troops#international-relations
international-affairs2 years ago

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|
#anti-jihadist-operations#french-troops#international-affairs
international-relations2 years ago

Niger's Junta Shifts Defence Cooperation from EU to Russia

Niger's junta has terminated two military agreements with the European Union (EU) aimed at combating violence in the Sahel region, following the country's coup in July. In a meeting with a Russian delegation, Niger's military leaders discussed defense cooperation, signaling a shift towards Russia for security partnerships. The move comes as Niger's foreign allies, including France, have imposed sanctions and withdrawn their troops. The junta's consolidation of power and search for new alliances have been fueled by the pressure from international sanctions.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#eu#international-relations#military-cooperation
international-relations2 years ago

French Army Initiates Troop Withdrawal from Niger, Reflecting Years of Colonial Failure

The French army has announced that it will begin withdrawing troops from Niger "this week" following a disagreement with the military junta in power since a July coup. The decision comes after France's ambassador to Niamey returned home under pressure from the regime. President Emmanuel Macron had previously announced the withdrawal of 1,400 French troops by the end of the year. The troops were deployed in Niger as part of the fight against jihadists in the Sahel region, particularly in the "three borders" zone known as a haven for the Islamic State group.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#french-army#international-relations#military-junta
conflictsecurity2 years ago

"Niger Mourns: Dozens of Soldiers Killed in Mali Attack"

Niger has declared three days of national mourning after suspected armed groups attacked military personnel near the border with Mali, resulting in the deaths of at least 29 soldiers. The attack involved improvised explosive devices and kamikaze vehicles, with over a hundred terrorists participating. Two soldiers were seriously injured, and several dozen terrorists were killed. The violence highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by Niger and the wider Sahel region, where armed groups affiliated with ISIL and al-Qaeda have been active for over a decade. The attack occurred during military operations aimed at countering the ISIL threat, and the government has intercepted communications from the attackers, suggesting outside expertise.

via Al Jazeera English|
#attack#conflictsecurity#niger
conflictterrorism2 years ago

"Deadly Attack: Suspected Terrorists Claim Dozens of Lives in Niger"

Suspected jihadists attacked a group of soldiers in western Niger, killing 29 and leaving two seriously wounded. The attack, which involved improvised explosive devices and kamikaze vehicles, took place near the border with Mali during military operations against the Islamic State. The region has been plagued by a jihadist insurgency for over a decade, with attacks frequently occurring in the "three borders" area between Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#conflictterrorism#jihadists#niger
conflictsecurity2 years ago

Dozen Soldiers Killed in Suspected Jihadist Attack in Niger

A dozen Niger soldiers were killed in an attack by hundreds of armed insurgents on motorbikes in the country's southwest, according to the defense ministry. Seven soldiers were killed in combat, while five others died in an accident while driving to reinforce the unit under attack. The attack occurred near the tri-border zone of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, which has been a hotspot for Islamist insurgencies in the Sahel region. The identity of the responsible group was not disclosed. The defense ministry reported around a hundred insurgents killed, and their motorbikes and weapons destroyed. The military junta, which took power in a coup in July, has been facing pressure to address the deteriorating security situation in the country.

via Reuters|
#conflictsecurity#insurgency#junta