The US Is Now Begging Niger To Let US Troops Stay In The Country.

#ibrahimtraoré #niger #usa Last week marked a historic moment for Niger as it became the first African nation to halt military cooperation with the United States, a global superpower—a move unprecedented in the region’s history. As we highlighted in our previous segment, the military regimes in the Sahel region are reshaping African geopolitics. The suspension of military ties with the US signifies that American troops, personnel, and their base in Agadez, Niger, are no longer accepted. However, recent reports reveal that despite Niger’s decision, the United States is reluctant to withdraw. American officials have engaged in confidential discussions with Niger’s military leadership to explore options for maintaining some level of security presence in the country. Simply put, the United States is now appealing to Niger to reconsider its stance and permit them to remain. According to a US official, both parties are considering conditions under which American military presence could persist, albeit likely reduced. The pivotal question remains: will Niger’s military government heed the US pleas and allow their troops and base to stay, or will they issue an official directive for their departure? Currently, the outcome remains uncertain until the conclusion of their confidential discussions and the release of an official statement. Nonetheless, it’s intriguing how the dynamics have shifted. Just before Niger suspended military cooperation, US officials arrived with an air of superiority, demanding Niger reassess its ties with Russia if they wished to maintain cooperation. FOOTAGE licensed through Storyblocks