Russian Vs U.S Troops In African Nation: Putin's Army Takes Over U.S And French Bases In Niger

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Published on July 7, 2024 - Duration: 03:14s

Russian Vs U.S Troops In African Nation: Putin's Army Takes Over U.S And French Bases In Niger

The US military is finalizing its withdrawal from Air Base 101 in Niger, with a farewell ceremony for the last C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft scheduled soon.

US Air Force Major General Kenneth Ekman shared that the morale among American troops is 'mixed' as they prepare to leave.

The Nigerien government will take control of the base, and Russian instructors are already on-site to train Niger's military.

What does this mean for US-Niger relations and the region's security?

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