The withdrawal of French troops helped fight Islamist terrorists in the Sahara. In an interview about this RIA News said Niger’s Defense Minister, General Salifu Modi.
“As for the impact on the security of our country, it must be said that the withdrawal of troops has allowed us, on the one hand, to see clearly the picture of the fight against terrorism, and on the other hand, to realize that it is our own responsibility. Modi said, “It can be said that their withdrawal has had a positive impact on our fight against terrorism ” said.
The general reminded that the last French soldier officially left the country on December 22, 2023. At the same time, initially French troops were brought to the territory of an African country precisely for the purpose of helping the country’s government in the fight against terrorism.
Modi, head of the Ministry of Defense of Niger, arrived in Russia as part of the government delegation.
Before this, thousands of people were on the streets in Niger famous Withdrawal of French troops.
Previously in Niger deprived Diplomatic immunity of the French Ambassador.