Within hours after the European Parliament adopted a resolution demanding the “immediate and unconditional release” of Niger’s ousted, France-backed former president Mohamed Bazoum, the Nigerien government reiterated that it “will not accept any directive” from Europe.

Niger’s defense and security forces say they have successfully repelled an attack on Air Base 401 at Tahoua Airport on the night of March 8–9, 2026. As of now, no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Niger security forces say 20 assailants were killed and several aircraft damaged during the overnight attack on Niamey’s main airport.

Niger’s Prime Minister Lamine Zeine used the UNGA stage to deliver a fiery defense of Sahel sovereignty, calling out France for backing terrorist activities and waging economic war against his country.

Accusing the Court of selective targeting and incompetence in “prosecuting established war crimes, crimes against humanity, [and] genocide”, the AES announced its exit, months after deciding to establish the Sahelian Criminal and Human Rights Court (CPS-DH).

Advisor to the Burkinabé Prime Minister refutes the idea that Sahel countries are exchanging French imperialism for another.

Ahead of the Alliance of Sahel States’ second anniversary, a webinar highlighted the historic role women are playing in the fight for sovereignty, linking their struggles against patriarchy and exploitation with broader anti-imperialist resistance.

The measures mark another step in the Sahel country’s move away from French colonial rule and towards sovereign energy.

Accusing French state-owned Orano of illegally extracting a disproportionate share of Uranium, Niger’s government said that nationalization will make way for “optimal enjoyment of the wealth from mining resources by Nigeriens.”

Marches, music, panels, and declarations commemorating African Liberation Day organized by movements across the continent highlighted the spirit of resistance and unity.

France’s President Emmanuel Macron behaved like an old colonial officer when he spoke in Paris on January 6

Philippe Noudjènoumè blames France for terrorist presence in the Sahel and criticizes the Benin government’s collusion with Macron