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New Term New Relations in Niger
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New Term New Relations in Niger

Niger abolished the military agreement with the U.S., and presidents of the alliance of Sahel states congratulated Vladimir Putin for winning the elections.

ASELFLIR-410 Integrated On T129 ATAK Helicopter
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ASELFLIR-410 Integrated On T129 ATAK Helicopter

In a photo of Niger’s Prime’s visit to TUSAŞ, a T129 attack helicopter fitted with an ASELFLIR-410 electro-optical system was spotted.

Niger’s Prime Minister Visits Turkish Defence Firms
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Niger’s Prime Minister Visits Turkish Defence Firms

Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine visited ROKETSAN, TUSAŞ, and Nurol’s facilities, inspecting the products.

Niger’s Premier Zeine Visits ASELSAN
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Niger’s Premier Zeine Visits ASELSAN

Niger Prime Minister and Finance and Economy Minister Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine visited ASELSAN.

France is Officially Out of Niger As Last Troops Leaves
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France is Officially Out of Niger As Last Troops Leaves

The last French troops deployed in Niger left the country on Friday. This farewell ended French existence in the third country in the Sahel region.

Niger Announces Withdrawal of French Troops in Three Days
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Niger Announces Withdrawal of French Troops in Three Days

Niger's military regime led by General Abdourahamane Tiani declared the withdrawal of all French troops by December 22.

Iran Cooperates with Niger
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Iran Cooperates with Niger

Iran intends to strengthen its relations with Niger by standing against former colonial power France.

Turkiye’s Ambassador to Niger Visits Defence Minister
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Turkiye’s Ambassador to Niger Visits Defence Minister

Turkiye’s Ambassador to Niamey, Özgür Çınar visited Niger’s Minister of Defence Salifou Mody at the Defence Ministry on September 22.

End of “ France Afrique” as France Leaves Niger
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End of “ France Afrique” as France Leaves Niger

French President Macron announced the departure of the French ambassador and the 1,500 French troops stationed in Niger by the end of 2023.

Niger Hits Back France with Uranium and Gold
Bilateral Relations

Niger Hits Back France with Uranium and Gold

The military junta at Niger increased tension with France, which reacted to the new government. The new government returned with an immediate response.

French Niger Relations at Risk
Bilateral Relations

French Niger Relations at Risk

Following France’s decision to stop aid to Niger, the French Embassy at the capital is under attack. Nigerien people surrendered the compound.

France Suspends Aid and Budget Support Actions in Niger
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France Suspends Aid and Budget Support Actions in Niger

France published a press release for Niger indicating that all kinds of aid will be suspended. The country supports the President President Mohamed Bazoum.

TUSAŞ Exported Five ANKA UAVs to Tunisia
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TUSAŞ Exported Five ANKA UAVs to Tunisia

TUSAŞ Marketing and Communications President Bertan Kurt stated how many aerial platforms the company delivered. TUSAŞ delivered five ANKA to Tunisia.

Niger’s HÜRKUŞ Spotted for the First Time
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Niger’s HÜRKUŞ Spotted for the First Time

The HÜRKUŞ Light Attack and Basic Training Aircraft exported to Niger were displayed for the first time at Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) facilities.