Niger mutiny puts Russia’s expanding role in the Sahel to the test

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Niger mutiny puts Russia’s expanding role in the Sahel to the test

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A recent mutiny in Niger's military has challenged Russia's expanding role in the Sahel region. The failed uprising highlighted tensions within Niger's army and the function of the Africa Corps in managing unrest.

Failed uprising in Niamey exposed tensions in Niger’s military, and the role of the Africa Corps in suppressing unrest.

World Security Conflict Politics Niger mutiny Russia Sahel military tensions Africa Corps political unrest

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