Tag: West Africa

African Migration to the U.S. Soars as Europe Cracks Down

Thousands of people from African nations are flying to Central America and then traveling over land to Mexico and on to the southern border.

Coup in Niger Upends U.S. Terrorism Fight and Could Open a Door for Russia

The military takeover could force the Pentagon to withdraw hundreds of American troops and close drone bases in the West African country.

Niger is Latest African Country Where France’s Fortunes are Fading

A recent military takeover in Niger has thrown into uncertainty the future of France’s presence in West and Central Africa, raising doubts about the future of U.S. military involvement there, too.