Defense News French Ambassador Being Held HostageBy Patrick HouckSeptember 15, 20235 The French ambassador and other diplomats at that country’s embassy in Niger are “being held hostage,” according to President Emmanuel…
Commentary Africa In โCoup Chaosโ As Military Overthrows President Of Oil-Rich GabonBy Paul CrespoSeptember 1, 20234 ANALYSIS โ Military leaders inย Gabon have oustedย President Ali Bongo and annulled the Aug. 26 election result that was set to…
Commentary Niger Coup Helps Russia – US Ally Key To Fighting Jihadists In West AfricaBy Paul CrespoJuly 31, 20230 ANALYSIS โ As reported last week, a military coup has rocked Niger, a key U.S. ally in Africa. The mutinous…