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Burkina Faso issues the first AES passport as the regional bloc, including Mali and Niger, seeks deeper integration.

First AES Passport: Burkina Faso Becomes First to Issue Passport

Burkina Faso issued its first AES passport, marking a significant step towards regional unity. Captain Ibrahim Traoré became the first recipient, symbolizing the AES bloc’s commitment. This issuance follows Burkina Faso, Mali,...

AES Officially Leaves ECOWAS

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), effective January 29, 2025. This departure follows the announcement by the ECOWAS Commission President, Alieu...

ECOWAS Makes Last-Ditch Effort to Retain Departing Members

Nigeria’s Punch Newspaper Reports on Regional Turmoil The widely read Nigerian newspaper, The Punch, detailed ECOWAS’s efforts to stop Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso’s departure. The article, titled “ECOWAS Seeks Last-Ditch Meeting...

AES Unveils Regional Passport to Boost Free Movement

A New Era of Travel Within the Sahel The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) introduced a regional passport to boost the free movement of people and goods. Starting January 29, 2025, the...

Lakurawa Declared a Terrorist Organization

Government Moves Against Lakurawa The Nigerian government has officially declared Lakurawa, a militant group known for targeting communities in the northwestern region, as a terrorist organization. This decision follows the group’s increasing...

Ivory Coast Announces Withdrawal of French Troops

A Strategic Shift in Military and Political Relations Ivory Coast has announced the withdrawal of French troops, signaling a shift in the country’s military and political dynamics. President Ouattara confirmed the decision...

AES Maintains Withdrawal from ECOWAS

Sahel States Reaffirms Irreversible Withdrawal from ECOWAS Amid Diplomatic Tensions On December 14, 2024, the Alliance of Sahel States (AGS), comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, reaffirmed their irreversible decision to withdraw...

AES-Russia Partnership Achieves Significant Success in 2024

Enhanced Military Cooperation in the Sahel The AES-Russia military partnership has fortified Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso’s forces with key equipment, enhancing security. Fousseynou Ouattara praised Russia’s provision of helicopters, fighter jets,...

Niger Government Accuses RFI of Inciting Violence

Niger Government Files Lawsuit Against RFI Over Alleged Incitement to Violence The government of Niger has announced plans to file a lawsuit against Radio France Internationale (RFI), accusing the French media outlet...

ECOWAS Extends AES Withdrawal

ECOWAS Parliament Urges Extended Deadline for AES Withdrawal The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has advocated for extending the January 29, 2025 deadline for the withdrawal of Mali, Burkina...

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