The expanding reach of the Islamic State in the Sahel (IS Sahel) beyond its established bases in Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali represents a significant escalation...
Traore’s regime dissolves government as the Sahel nation grapples with rising insurgency and humanitarian crisis. Burkina Faso’s military junta, led by Captain Ibrahim Traore, has abruptly...
Chad’s decision to terminate its defense cooperation agreement with France marks a significant shift in the geopolitical dynamics of Central Africa. Once a cornerstone of France’s...
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for a potential return to the White House, speculation intensifies over the trajectory of U.S.-Africa relations. Tibor Nagy, former Assistant Secretary...
A worsening diplomatic rift between Algeria and Mali over how to resolve Mali’s long-standing Tuareg rebellion has ignited fresh tensions in the already volatile Sahel region....
A Region Gripped by Instability The Sahel, a vast and volatile region south of the Sahara Desert, has been besieged by a surge in extremist violence...
Exploring the Surge of Jihadist Activity and the Shadows of Political Chaos Transforming the Sahel into a Launchpad for Global Terrorism In the heart of the...
Sahel Nations Forge New Biometric Passports as Alliance Solidifies Against ECOWAS and Former Colonial Powers Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are set to unveil new biometric...
Legal and Professional Standards for Troop Deployment in Focus at Lusaka Forum The African Military Law Forum, set to commence on Tuesday in Lusaka, Zambia, will...
Autonomous Weapons and AI-Powered Drones Pose a Growing Threat in Conflict Zones The notion of “killer robots” once relegated to science fiction has taken a chilling...
GRU Officers Advising Iran-Backed Rebels on Red Sea Maritime Attacks US intelligence suggests that Russian military intelligence officers, specifically from the GRU, have been operating within...
The United States is set to complete its withdrawal of forces and equipment from an air base in Niamey, the capital of Niger, by Sunday, marking...
Macron’s Withdrawal from the Sahel: A Blow to French Influence French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent decision to withdraw troops from Mali marks a significant shift in...