US/France threaten intervention in resource-rich Niger - Fears of war in West Africa

The US and France have threatened foreign intervention to re-install a pro-Western regime in Niger, which produces uranium needed for nuclear energy and hosts large US drone bases. This follows coups led by nationalist, anti-colonial military officers in neighboring Burkina Faso and Mali, which warn intervention could set off a regional war in West Africa. Article version with links to sources here: || Geopolitical Economy Report || Please consider supporting us at Patreon: Podcast: Newsletter: