US asked Niger to stop talking to Russia

This incident is unprecedented in the Sahel, where military coups have previously led to severed ties with France but never the U.S. The failure of the U.S. to respect Niger’s sovereignty in choosing its partners reflects broader issues of Western paternalism. This stance has damaged relations with Sahel countries and underscores the need for the West to adopt a more respectful, reciprocal approach. Western strategies have often been perceived as paternalistic, contributing to Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso distancing themselves from France, partly due to the ineffectiveness of operations like France’s Operation Barkhane in combating regional threats. Join this channel to get access to perks: Support us on Patreon - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter - Telegram - This channel is owned, operated, and managed by, TFI Media Private Limited. #Africa #Sahel #US #France #tfiglobal #russia