Salifou Modi

Force in Play

Visited Algiers in October, signed military cooperation protocol

Algeria's parliament approved sending army units to Niger on October 25, the country's first foreign deployment since 1973. The upper house voted first, with AFP reporting 148 of 174 senators in favour, and the lower house also approved it. On October 26, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune ordered the troops sent at Niger's request.

Updated Nov 1

Force in Play

As of May 2026: Leading military cooperation with Russia

Armed men on motorcycles attacked Niger's main airport and military air base outside Niamey on January 29, 2026, triggering a firefight that left 20 attackers dead and 4 security personnel wounded. Military ruler Abdourahamane Tiani accused France, Benin, and Ivory Coast of sponsoring the assault, but the Islamic State – Sahel Province claimed responsibility through its Amaq News Agency, and Benin rejected the junta's allegations.

Updated May 26