First Algerian troops arrive in Niger where insurgents threaten stabilityMilitary officers have ruled Niger, which has uranium, oil and gold resources, since the July 2023 coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, which Algeria initially opposedBy Reuters · 31 October 2026
Algeria to deploy army units to Niger to protect energy and economic interestsBy reuters · 26 October 2026
Dozens of soldiers killed or arrested after an apparent mutiny in Niger’s capital, state TV reportsBy AP · 30 August 2026
Attackers target Niger’s Niamey airport and presidency perimeter, sources sayBy Reuters · 29 August 2026