From Libya to Niger: how the West sowed chaos in the Sahel
The coup in Niger is the latest unintended consequence of ‘humanitarian interventionism’.
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The coup in Niger is the latest unintended consequence of ‘humanitarian interventionism’.
France must abandon its neo-colonial tactics involving weak leaders and proxies; overlooking historical lessons from conflicts like Vietnam, Algeria and...
It is emphasized that an intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in the field of security in the Sahel is currently in force between France and Chad, which was concluded on July 19, 2014 in connection with Operation Barkhane in the region
It was the very first visit by an American Secretary of State to Niger, only five months ago. Secretary Antony Blinken's list of praise for Niger's government was long and sought to portray it as a model partner. Not surprising, Russia and the Wagner private military company were also on the agenda.
Analysis: Amid the emergence of new leaders fostering ties with Russia following coups in the Sahel, the future of French operations in Niger and relations with the region appear bleak.