President Trump leads new U.S.–Nigeria counterterrorism alliance
President Trump leads new U.S.–Nigeria counterterrorism allianceAn op-ed on lawful partnership, civilian protection, and dismantling narco-terror revenue, by Andre Pienaar. Maps Map 1. Nigeria and Sokoto State (northwest operational area). Map 2. The Sahel belt across Africa (regional operating environment)….
Mali junta in crisis as jihadist blockade strangles fuel supplies
By Ben Farmer Mali’s Russian-backed military junta has been tipped into crisis by a militant blockade of fuel supplies, highlighting its weak authority in the West African nation. Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) has, over the past fortnight, torched scores…
Russia’s image of Africa junta protector has taken a hit, says Sahel expert
The recent significant losses suffered by Russian mercenaries at the hands of Tuareg rebels in Mali have undermined the perception that Russia’s Wagner Group can enhance security for local communities in the Sahel, according to Sahel expert Professor Sebastian Elischer from the University of Florida.
