German Troops Withdraw from Niger Amid Rising Tensions

On July 16, 2024, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock announced the end of Germany’s military cooperation with Niger. She cited unreliable relations with the current authorities in Niamey. By the end of August 2024, around 40 German soldiers stationed in Niamey will leave. The Niamey air transport base will also be vacated. This decision follows […]