Security situation: German embassy in Niger temporarily closed
The security situation in Niger has continued to deteriorate. The German government has now taken measures to assure the safety of its diplomatic staff.
By Lucia Weiß
The security situation in Niger has continued to deteriorate. The German government has now taken measures to assure the safety of its diplomatic staff.
By Lucia Weiß
Terrorism is spreading ever further south from the Sahel. Attacks are primarily carried out by groups affiliated with al-Qaeda and the Islamic State (IS). However, another actor is repeatedly emerging – though its real influence remains disputed among analysts.
By Lucia Weiß
There is still no agreement within the EU on further funding for the Sahel. At the same time, the situation in Niger is deteriorating: shots were reported at the capital’s airport on Thursday night.
By Lucia Weiß
While global attention is focused on Greenland, Venezuela, and Ukraine, the EU continues to grapple with the crisis in the Sahel – where the 26 member states, particularly Germany and France, remain divided over development and foreign-policy strategy.
By Lucia Weiß
With its Atlantic strategy, Morocco aims to advance economic integration in West Africa. At the same time, Rabat is positioning itself as a partner to Europe and the United States – and in doing so is also securing support for its own objectives.
By Arne Schütte
EU foreign ministers decided on Thursday to impose sanctions against Abdelrahim Hamdan Dagalo, the deputy commander of the Sudanese RSF militia. Those responsible for atrocities must not go unpunished, said EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas.
By Stephan Israel