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A military truck of the Nigerien security forces, part of an escort to a French Army military convoy crosses the Lazaret district in Niamey on 10 October 2023.
A military truck of the Nigerien security forces, part of an escort to a French Army military convoy crosses the Lazaret district in Niamey on 10 October 2023. © AFP

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Behind the scenes in French army's high-risk withdrawal from Niger

The withdrawal of French forces from Niger, which began in October, has not so far run into any obstacles. The highly sensitive operation, which requires the services of a handful of private sector contractors, is nevertheless a major logistical challenge.
LogoSubscribers only Defence 01.11.2023
Abdourahmane Tchiani and other army commanders in Niamey, Niger, on 28 July 2023.
Abdourahmane Tchiani and other army commanders in Niamey, Niger, on 28 July 2023. © Balima Boureima / Anadolu Agency

Inner circles
New intelligence chief Souleymane Balla-Arabé faces steep learning curve

An increasingly paranoid Nigerian junta has appointed the little-known cybersecurity expert as head of the external intelligence service. In his new role, he will have to contend with jihadist threats and possible foreign attempts to destabilise the regime.
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