Russia has pledged to support the military governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and
Niger—members of the Alliance of Sahel States—in forming a 5,000-strong joint
force to combat jihadist insurgencies in the central Sahel region. The commitment
includes supplying advanced weapons and military training. The decision follows
the countries’ withdrawal from ECOWAS and their pivot away from Western
allies, particularly France, in favor of Russian support. During a recent visit to
Moscow, the foreign ministers of the three nations met with Russian Foreign
Minister Sergei Lavrov, who confirmed Russia’s “unwavering support” and
willingness to offer technical assistance. The Sahel region continues to face a
deadly insurgency that began in Mali in 2012, claiming thousands of lives and
displacing millions.
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