Conflict · Madama, Niger · October 26, 2026

Algeria to send troops to Niger

Reported by 4 outlets · first reported Oct 26, 9:09 AM ET

Algeria will deploy troops to protect energy sites in northern Niger. It is its first foreign deployment since 1973.

Why it matters

Shifts security in the Sahel.

Background

Niger faced an attempted coup in August.

Sources

• BBC News ↗Oct 26, 1:00 PM ET
• Al Jazeera ↗Oct 26, 1:55 PM ET
• Euronews ↗Oct 26, 9:09 AM ET

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