Russia's Grip Tightens on Niger: A New Era of Dependence The recent mutiny in Niger has exposed a deepening reliance on Russian support by President Abdourahamane Tiani.
This shift raises questions about the long term implications for Niger and its regional alliances, as well as the growing influence of Russia in Africa.
The attempted coup was not just an internal power struggle but also a manifestation of a broader issue: the widening gap between soldiers fighting on the front lines and those serving in better protected units in the capital.