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posted ago by MagnaCartaAgain ago by MagnaCartaAgain +24 / -0

The Russians deployed to Airbase 101 at Niger's international airport in Niamey are said to be military trainers. They are said to be occupying a wing close to a contingent of US troops. According to Reuters, earlier this year officials in Niger told the US that about 60 Russian troops would be deployed to the country.

https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/russian-troops-enter-base-housing-us-military-niger-us-official-says-2024-05-02/