Deputy Commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) John Brennan confirmed that the United States continues to engage in limited cooperation with the armies of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, which are under military rule. This cooperation persists despite the political shifts in these nations. The U.S. maintains dialogue with the military structures on security and counter-terrorism issues. Brennan emphasized the importance of preserving these contacts for regional stability.
U.S. Continues Limited Cooperation with Sahel Armies
AFRICOM's deputy commander, John Brennan, confirmed that the U.S. maintains dialogue with the military authorities of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, despite their transition under military rule. Cooperation focuses on security and counter-terrorism issues.