Niger Suspends Military Pact with US

• 19 Mar 2024

Niger suspends military agreement with US, impacting US operations in Sahel region.

Key Points

• Military Agreement Suspended: Niger halts military pact with US, affecting US operations in the region.
• Diplomatic Tensions: Decision follows US delegation's visit, accused of not following diplomatic protocol.
• Impact on US Operations: Suspension affects US military presence in Niger, including major airbase operations.
• US-Niger Relations Strained: Niger condemns US delegation's attitude and threats, denouncing interference in sovereign affairs.
• Military Rule in Niger: Country under military rule since 2023, aligning with regional trend of expelling foreign forces.