Germany suspends the activities of its embassy in Niger due to the security situation
Germany has suspended the operations of its embassy in Niger due to heightened security threats, including risks of kidnapping by jihadist groups.
In Mali, Eid al-Fitr Celebrated with Gloom
This year's Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Mali are overshadowed by fuel shortages caused by an embargo from jihadist groups, affecting the overall festive atmosphere.
French soldier killed by Iranian drone was on anti-jihad mission in Iraq
A French soldier was killed by an Iranian drone while on a mission against jihadist groups in Iraq.
Mali: Bamako faces a shortage of diesel and intense cuts in electricity and water
Bamako, Mali is currently experiencing a severe diesel shortage, along with significant cuts to electricity and water, prompted by an embargo on fuel imports declared by jihadist groups.
Nearly 1,300 killed in Niger’s Tillabéri as jihadist attacks surge
The Tillabéri region of Niger has seen nearly 1,300 deaths due to escalating jihadist violence, as the military junta struggles to control the situation amid ongoing terrorist threats from groups associated with Al-Qaeda and ISIS.
Jihadist attacks hit Nigerian military bases in northeast
Jihadist groups have intensified their attacks on Nigerian military bases in the northeast, resulting in multiple casualties among soldiers and showcasing coordinated efforts among extremist factions.
ECOWAS activates its 'Standby Force': 'We need a minimum of cooperation to enhance the project'
ECOWAS has announced the activation of a 2,000-strong Standby Force to combat jihadist groups primarily in the Sahel region.
Jihadist group militants increase attacks in Nigeria-Niger-Benin borderlands
Jihadist groups have intensified their attacks in the border regions of Nigeria, Niger, and Benin, with a significant increase in violence reported in recent years.
Russia uses tunnels built with the help of jihadist groups to smuggle migrants into the EU
Russia, in collaboration with Belarus, is reportedly using tunnels built with jihadist group assistance to smuggle migrants into the EU as part of its hybrid warfare strategy.
Nigeria: a hundred American soldiers have arrived in the northeast of the country
Approximately one hundred American soldiers have arrived in Bauchi, Nigeria, to assist in military operations against jihadist groups.
At least 162 dead after gunmen storm Nigerian village
Gunmen have killed at least 162 people in a raid on a village in Nigeria's Kwara state, leaving the local traditional king missing and marking one of the deadliest attacks in recent months amid ongoing violence from armed gangs and jihadist groups.
Niger: a 'general mobilization' against jihadists
Niger's military government has announced a 'general mobilization' and requisition of people and goods to combat jihadist groups that have plagued the country for over a decade.
New US strikes against jihadists announced by Nigerians
Nigeria indicates that additional US strikes against jihadist groups may take place following recent attacks on Christmas Day.
Nigeria signals more strikes likely in "join" US operations
Following a joint operation targeting Islamic State militants, Nigeria's foreign minister indicated that more strikes against jihadist groups are probable, emphasizing ongoing cooperation with the U.S.