In a new development, Niger’s junta ended a U.S. military agreement, marking a significant shift in Sahel’s alliances and security landscape. Niger holds strategic importance for the West due to its vast uranium deposits and key role in counter-terrorism efforts in the Sahel region. This decision impacts two significant U.S. bases in Niger, established for […]
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