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Coup: US Begins First Major Military Movement In Niger

Afnews Editor

Sep 09, 2023

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Coup: US Begins First Major Military Movement In Niger

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The United States of America has commenced a major military movement in Niger Republic.

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The Headquarters, United States Department of Defence, is now repositioning some troops and equipment within Niger.

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The US will also withdraw a small number of non-essential personnel "out of an abundance of caution.ÔÇØ

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This is the first major military movement since a coup in July.

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U.S. officials said yesterday that "This consolidation represents prudent military planning to safeguard U.S. assets while continuing to address the threat of violent extremism in the region,ÔÇØ according to Reuters.

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"This does not change our overall force posture in Niger, and we continue to review all options as we assess a way forward.

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"The movement of U.S. assets has been coordinated with and approved by the appropriate authorities,ÔÇØ the report added.

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