Alliance of Sahel States.
inter-state military alliance for the collective defense architecture of the states of Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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The Alliance of Sahel States activated its investment bank in Bamako, with Assimi Goïta's transition mandate shaping the alliance structure.Some support1 report
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Morocco and Algeria are engaged in a rivalry over regional leadership while Sahel states seek security and diversified partnerships.Some support1 report
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Niger formally requests withdrawal from the ICC and joins the Alliance of Sahel States, while atrocities occur in northern Uganda.Some support1 report1 development inside
Earlier this month
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Paul Mashatile welcomed growing cooperation with Russia, as Russian media outlets expand their presence in African nations.Some support3 reports
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ECOWAS lost three members to AES, and governments are now negotiating shared border delimitation.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Alliance of Sahel States withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States citing disagreements.Some support3 reports
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The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is seeking a new operational framework with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), with Ibrahim Traore leading the talks as AES president.Some support5 reports5 developments inside
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Cheikh Niang led an ECOWAS delegation as chair, following the Alliance of Sahel States' departure from the organization in January 2025.Some support4 reports
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Nigerian troops supported stability in Sierra Leone as Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger formally joined the Alliance of Sahel States.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The Alliance of Sahel States is seeking geopolitical partners and forming a collective defense architecture to combat militant expansion.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Alliance of Sahel States, ECOWAS, and Nigeria call for a united security alliance to combat terrorism.Well supported16 reports2 developments inside
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The Alliance of Sahel States rejected the authority of ECOWAS and sought to redefine its sovereignty away from French influence.Some support2 reports
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The Alliance of Sahel States rejected French neocolonial dominance, while France seeks to redefine its role in Africa.Well supported4 reports3 developments inside
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Experts investigated drone strike patterns in northern Mali, linked to the Alliance of Sahel States' sovereignty push.Some support1 report
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Burkina Faso and Niger deepened cooperation within the Alliance of Sahel States after rejecting French influence and support.Some support2 reports
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Guinea voluntarily joined the Alliance of Sahel States, coinciding with France stepping back from regional influence.Some support1 report
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Niger withdrew from ECOWAS and joined the Alliance of Sahel States in a series of events that began on June 1, 2022.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Dialogue resumes between ECOWAS and ASS, while UNSC reviews the political and security situation in the Sahel.Some support3 reports4 developments inside
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Civil war fallout impacts regional balance of power, leading to normalization discussions between Libya, Algeria, and the Alliance of Sahel States.Some support6 reports
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Niger officially joined the Alliance of Sahel States, with Larissa Kojoué commenting on the situation.Well supported38 reports3 developments inside
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AES instability allows extremist groups to thrive following the failure of the ECOWAS bloc.Some support4 reports
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The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is active, with Niger contributing counter-terrorism units and requesting assistance from a Kremlin-controlled force.Some support5 reports
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The Alliance of Sahel States has formally cut ties with France, initiated withdrawal from the ICC process, and begun relying on Russian mercenaries for military support.Well supported4 reports
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Diplomatic friction between Burkina Faso and the Alliance of Sahel States led to talks.Some support2 reports
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The Alliance of Sahel States and the African Union are competing in the security partnerships market and filling diplomatic vacuums left by France.Some support1 report
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Niger and Algeria are donating military helicopters, ammunition, and spare parts to support the Alliance of Sahel States.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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General Abdoulaye Maiga visited Algeria for cooperation, while the Alliance of Sahel States expressed solidarity.Some support2 reports
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Ghana, facing security challenges, is implicated in continental issues including insurgency and strained ties with former colonial powers.Some support2 reports
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Ghana agreed to support the Alliance of Sahel States on security challenges, despite being accused of backing armed groups in the region.Some support4 reports
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Nigeria is deepening bilateral relations with the Alliance of Sahel States, including considering flight routes for a presidential visit.Some support1 report
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A study was conducted focusing on the three member states of the Alliance of Sahel States.Some support2 reports
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The Alliance of Sahel States is represented by the Malian Foreign Minister as part of its ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding a new operational framework with ECOWAS.Some support1 report
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Julius Maada Bio addressed the perceived weakening of the ECOWAS regional body.Some support4 reports
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The Alliance of Sahel States is advocating for a United States of Africa and seeking to nationalize the country's resources.Some support1 report
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The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) formed after expelling French counterterrorism troops, with Russia offering diplomatic support.Well supported19 reports1 development inside
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Niger, part of the Alliance of Sahel States, formally withdrew from the International Criminal Court.Some support3 reports
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Niger hosts the headquarters for the Alliance of Sahel States (AES).Well supported5 reports
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Attacks target the strategic military hub of the regional Alliance of Sahel States in Niger.Well supported10 reports
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EU Parliament adopted a resolution against Burkina Faso as the Alliance of Sahel States defends national sovereignty.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Alliance of Sahel States faces claims of neo-colonial bias and scrutiny over the ICC amid regional violence.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Niger is located within the Sahel region, which is part of the African continent, and the Alliance of Sahel States is a region within the Sahel.Well supported6 reports
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Jihadi violence is causing regional instability, with leaders like Netanyahu expressing views on potential conflict involving Trump.Some support1 report
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Strikes hit infrastructure in Bamako, Mali, as Niger and neighbors remain part of the Alliance of Sahel States.Some support2 reports
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Islamic State is linked to violence and military strikes in Burkina Faso, which is part of the collective defense architecture.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Alliance of Sahel States
Events traced to Alliance of Sahel States, step by step, newest first- New ECOWAS headquarters could challenge Alliance of Sahel States' influenceIncreased ECOWAS integration may challenge the geopolitical influence of the Alliance of Sahel StatesPossible
- France's renewed military aid to Chad could challenge Sahel security blocFrance's military aid to Chad may challenge the Alliance of Sahel States' regional security rolePossible
- Major African investors may strengthen the Alliance of Sahel StatesThe Alliance of Sahel States may strengthen its anti-French political alignment.Likely
- Terrorist expansion may strain Alliance of Sahel States' defenseTerrorist expansion into rural areas may strain the Alliance of Sahel States' defense capacityPossible
- Algeria's troop deployment may bolster Sahel security allianceAlgeria's deployment may reinforce the security architecture of the Alliance of Sahel StatesLikely
- Mali's security crisis and Russian support strain Alliance of Sahel StatesThe Alliance of Sahel States may face increased security costs and operational complexity due to the Mali crisis.Possible
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Explainers that pass through Alliance of Sahel States
Alliance of Sahel States is a step on the way to someone elseAround Alliance of Sahel States this week
News at the entities that move Alliance of Sahel States most-
Niger StructuralAfreximbank supports Nigerian industrial expansion, while Veenocks plans regional opportunities across West African nations.Moves Alliance of Sahel States
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Nigeria OperationalAGMs were held in Lokoja, Kogi state, and a MCO conference room was located in Abuja, Nigeria.Moves Alliance of Sahel States
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Moscow StructuralLagarde informed the ECB Governing Council while diplomatic contacts were discussed with Finland amid warnings about Baltic Sea shipping restrictions and European escalation.Moves Alliance of Sahel States
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Algeria OperationalMilitary deployment protects the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline energy corridor in Algeria.Moves Alliance of Sahel States
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Economic Community of West African States OperationalA new livestock market was established in Jigawa State, Nigeria, near the Niger border, facing diplomatic issues with ECOWAS.Moves Alliance of Sahel States
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Assimi Goïta StructuralThe junta in Niger, led by Assimi Goïta, is facing blockades in the capital of Bamako and is navigating the geopolitical fallout of pivoting to Russian security assistance amid strained ties with France.Moves Alliance of Sahel States
Connections
The 40 strongest of 54, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Burkina Faso Structural
Burkina Faso is a formal member state of the Alliance of Sahel States, participating in its collective defense and regional security architecture.
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Niger Structural
Niger is a formal, founding member state of the Alliance of Sahel States and hosts its joint military headquarters.
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Nigeria Operational
Nigeria and the Alliance of Sahel States maintain a highly dynamic operational relationship characterized by ongoing diplomatic engagement and active competition over regional security assessments.
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Algeria Operational
Algeria and the Alliance of Sahel States are engaged in diplomatic normalization, reconciliation, and competition for regional influence and security.
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Economic Community of West African States Operational
The two regional blocs are engaged in geopolitical rivalry and withdrawal while simultaneously maintaining channels for dialogue and cooperation.
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Assimi Goïta Structural
Assimi Goïta serves as the chairman of the Alliance of Sahel States, and his mandate actively shapes the alliance's structure.
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International Criminal Court Operational
The Alliance of Sahel States actively opposes and seeks to withdraw from the International Criminal Court process, viewing it as selective justice.
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ICC Operational
Alliance of Sahel States members formally denounce the ICC, characterizing it as neocolonial repression.
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Niamey Operational
The Alliance of Sahel States operates from a confederal parliament located in Niamey.
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Mali Structural
Mali is a member state of the Alliance of Sahel States, participating in collective defense architecture.
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Chad Structural
Chad's geopolitical actions, including withdrawals, are shown to follow the collective decisions and intentions of the Alliance of Sahel States.
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Moscow Structural
The Alliance of Sahel States receives pledges of support and seeks closer ties with the Russian state apparatus centered in Moscow.
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Ghana Operational
Ghana actively supports the Alliance of Sahel States regarding shared security challenges and maintains engagement with the bloc.
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Mali Structural
Mali is a formal member of the Alliance of Sahel States, participating in shared regional security concerns.
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Maria Zakharova Structural
The Alliance of Sahel States receives functional support for its stability via the diplomatic statements made by the Russian foreign ministry, represented by Maria Zakharova.
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Guinea Structural
Guinea has voluntarily joined the Alliance of Sahel States, establishing a current membership.
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Abdoulaye Diop Structural
Abdoulaye Diop functions as a representative of the Alliance of Sahel States in his capacity as Foreign Minister.
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Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré Structural
Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré coordinates the Council of Ministers for the Alliance of Sahel States.
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Ibrahim Traore Structural
Ibrahim Traore serves as the rotating president of the Alliance of Sahel States.
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Bamako Operational
The Alliance of Sahel States actively operates and holds consultations in Bamako, utilizing it as a functional hub.
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Accra Operational
The Alliance of Sahel States seeks security and functional support from the country of Ghana, centered in Accra.
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Mali Structural
The Alliance of Sahel States operates as a joint force within Mali, and Mali is a member of the Alliance.
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African Union Operational
The two organizations are actively competing for influence and partnerships within the global security and political landscape.
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Niger Structural
Niger is a formal member of the Alliance of Sahel States and participates in its collective defense architecture.
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Ibrahim Structural
Ibrahim serves as a deputy in the Alliance of Sahel States parliament.
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Egypt Operational
The relationship involves active cooperation between the Alliance of Sahel States and Egypt on bilateral and regional issues.
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Julius Malema Operational
Both entities advocate for the establishment of a United States of Africa.
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Abdourahamane Tchiani Operational
Tchiani is identified as a key leader driving the regional security architecture of the Alliance of Sahel States.
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ISIS Shared context
The instability within the Alliance of Sahel States provides an environment that allows extremist groups like ISIS to thrive.
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Africa Shared context
The Alliance of Sahel States operates within the geographical context of the African continent.
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ANI Mentioned together
The relationship is based on a single instance of co-mention regarding talks on Strait of Hormuz management.
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Mauritania Shared context
The relationship is defined by the shared geopolitical context of the Sahel region, where the Alliance of Sahel States operates, and Mauritania is a key regional player.
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Bassirou Diomaye Faye Shared context
B is a political figure whose views are relevant to the geopolitical status and goals of the Alliance of Sahel States.
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Ivory Coast Operational
Ivory Coast and the Alliance of Sahel States are actively engaged in negotiations regarding shared border delimitation.
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Julius Maada Bio Mentioned together
The single snapshot does not provide evidence of a direct coupling or interaction between the Alliance of Sahel States and Julius Maada Bio.
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Sahel Shared context
The Alliance of Sahel States is an entity operating within the geopolitical context of the Sahel region.
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Community Operational
Community actively engages with the Alliance of Sahel States regarding regional peace and security.
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Eco Shared context
The entities share a regional context, but the evidence does not describe an active coupling between the political bloc and the financial entity.
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Libya Shared context
The relationship is defined by shared regional instability resulting from past conflicts in the area.
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Kashim Shettima Mentioned together
No direct relationship between the Alliance of Sahel States and Kashim Shettima was observed in the evidence.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
5 events- Morocco and Algeria are engaged in a rivalry over regional leadership while Sahel states seek security and diversified partnerships.
- Paul Mashatile welcomed growing cooperation with Russia, as Russian media outlets expand their presence in African nations.
- The Alliance of Sahel States withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States citing disagreements.
- Cheikh Niang led an ECOWAS delegation as chair, following the Alliance of Sahel States' departure from the organization in January 2025.
- Nigerian troops supported stability in Sierra Leone as Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger formally joined the Alliance of Sahel States.
September 2026
7 events- ECOWAS lost three members to AES, and governments are now negotiating shared border delimitation.
- The Alliance of Sahel States is seeking geopolitical partners and forming a collective defense architecture to combat militant expansion.
- The Alliance of Sahel States rejected the authority of ECOWAS and sought to redefine its sovereignty away from French influence.
- Experts investigated drone strike patterns in northern Mali, linked to the Alliance of Sahel States' sovereignty push.
- Burkina Faso and Niger deepened cooperation within the Alliance of Sahel States after rejecting French influence and support.
- Guinea voluntarily joined the Alliance of Sahel States, coinciding with France stepping back from regional influence.
- Civil war fallout impacts regional balance of power, leading to normalization discussions between Libya, Algeria, and the Alliance of Sahel States.
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August 2026
10 events- Alliance of Sahel States, ECOWAS, and Nigeria call for a united security alliance to combat terrorism.
- AES instability allows extremist groups to thrive following the failure of the ECOWAS bloc.
- The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is active, with Niger contributing counter-terrorism units and requesting assistance from a Kremlin-controlled force.
- Diplomatic friction between Burkina Faso and the Alliance of Sahel States led to talks.
- The Alliance of Sahel States and the African Union are competing in the security partnerships market and filling diplomatic vacuums left by France.
- Niger and Algeria are donating military helicopters, ammunition, and spare parts to support the Alliance of Sahel States.
- General Abdoulaye Maiga visited Algeria for cooperation, while the Alliance of Sahel States expressed solidarity.
- Ghana, facing security challenges, is implicated in continental issues including insurgency and strained ties with former colonial powers.
- Ghana agreed to support the Alliance of Sahel States on security challenges, despite being accused of backing armed groups in the region.
- Nigeria is deepening bilateral relations with the Alliance of Sahel States, including considering flight routes for a presidential visit.
July 2026
10 events- Niger formally requests withdrawal from the ICC and joins the Alliance of Sahel States, while atrocities occur in northern Uganda.
- The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is seeking a new operational framework with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), with Ibrahim Traore leading the talks as AES president.
- Niger withdrew from ECOWAS and joined the Alliance of Sahel States in a series of events that began on June 1, 2022.
- Dialogue resumes between ECOWAS and ASS, while UNSC reviews the political and security situation in the Sahel.
- Niger officially joined the Alliance of Sahel States, with Larissa Kojoué commenting on the situation.
- The Alliance of Sahel States has formally cut ties with France, initiated withdrawal from the ICC process, and begun relying on Russian mercenaries for military support.
- A study was conducted focusing on the three member states of the Alliance of Sahel States.
- The Alliance of Sahel States is represented by the Malian Foreign Minister as part of its ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding a new operational framework with ECOWAS.
- Julius Maada Bio addressed the perceived weakening of the ECOWAS regional body.
- The Alliance of Sahel States is advocating for a United States of Africa and seeking to nationalize the country's resources.
June 2026
11 events- The Alliance of Sahel States rejected French neocolonial dominance, while France seeks to redefine its role in Africa.
- The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) formed after expelling French counterterrorism troops, with Russia offering diplomatic support.
- Niger, part of the Alliance of Sahel States, formally withdrew from the International Criminal Court.
- Niger hosts the headquarters for the Alliance of Sahel States (AES).
- Attacks target the strategic military hub of the regional Alliance of Sahel States in Niger.
- EU Parliament adopted a resolution against Burkina Faso as the Alliance of Sahel States defends national sovereignty.
- The Alliance of Sahel States faces claims of neo-colonial bias and scrutiny over the ICC amid regional violence.
- Niger is located within the Sahel region, which is part of the African continent, and the Alliance of Sahel States is a region within the Sahel.
- Jihadi violence is causing regional instability, with leaders like Netanyahu expressing views on potential conflict involving Trump.
- Strikes hit infrastructure in Bamako, Mali, as Niger and neighbors remain part of the Alliance of Sahel States.
- Islamic State is linked to violence and military strikes in Burkina Faso, which is part of the collective defense architecture.