Sahel Region – The 2026 Global Terrorism Index presents a mixed outlook for the Sahel, pointing to a measurable decline in attacks and fatalities in 2025 while warning that the region remains the world’s most affected by extremist violence. Countries including Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger recorded fewer terrorism-related incidents…
Germany has temporarily withdrawn its diplomatic personnel from Niger, citing a deteriorating security environment and heightened risks to foreign nationals. Officials in Berlin pointed to growing concerns that Western citizens are increasingly being targeted for kidnappings by terrorist groups and organized criminal networks operating across the Sahel region. Western Missions…