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Officials detailed their efforts to partner with the military governments in a region where Islamic extremism is surging, and Russian influence expanding.

The stakes are especially high in Niger, where the United States has deployed more than 1,000 soldiers and operates a drone base that officials say is vital for surveillance of extremist groups.

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Russia's aid to Africa, including free grain and military support, is part of a strategy to strengthen ties and gain support for its ambitions. The donations have helped Russia expand its presence in countries like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Somalia.

Amid talk of ditching West African franc, a colonial-era legacy, analysts unpack what it means for three Sahel states.