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Burkina Faso issues the first AES passport as the regional bloc, including Mali and Niger, seeks deeper integration.

First AES Passport: Burkina Faso Becomes First to Issue Passport

Burkina Faso issued its first AES passport, marking a significant step towards regional unity. Captain Ibrahim Traoré became the first recipient, symbolizing the AES bloc’s commitment. This issuance follows Burkina Faso, Mali,...

AES Unveils Regional Passport to Boost Free Movement

A New Era of Travel Within the Sahel The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) introduced a regional passport to boost the free movement of people and goods. Starting January 29, 2025, the...

AES Borders Open for ECOWAS Nationals Despite Withdrawal

The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) confirmed that ECOWAS nationals will continue to enjoy visa-free entry to AES territories. Army General Assimi Goïta, president of the Malian Transition and AES head, made...

AES Maintains Withdrawal from ECOWAS

Sahel States Reaffirms Irreversible Withdrawal from ECOWAS Amid Diplomatic Tensions On December 14, 2024, the Alliance of Sahel States (AGS), comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, reaffirmed their irreversible decision to withdraw...

Burkina Faso, Algeria Collaborates to Fight Terrorism

Burkina Faso and Algeria Enhance Ties to Fight Terrorism On December 14, 2024, Burkina Faso and Algeria reaffirmed their commitment to tackling the growing threat of terrorism in the Sahel region. During...

Nigeria Forms Alliance with French Military

Nigeria and France Forge New Military Alliance Amid Withdrawal from Sahel In a significant shift in regional security dynamics, Nigeria has confirmed a new military collaboration with France, despite growing calls from...

ECOWAS Extends AES Withdrawal

ECOWAS Parliament Urges Extended Deadline for AES Withdrawal The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has advocated for extending the January 29, 2025 deadline for the withdrawal of Mali, Burkina...

Niger Prime Minister Emphasizes Peace and Resource Utilization

Niger’s Prime Minister, Ali Zeine, reaffirmed the Sahel nations’ commitment to peace and resource utilization at a Niamey conference. He emphasized building peace to better utilize the region’s abundant resources for the...

Sahel States Investigate France24 Journalist Terror Links

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have launched an investigation into France24 journalist Wassim Nasr for alleged terrorist connections. Authorities accuse Nasr of biased comments seemingly supporting jihadist groups involved in recent terror...

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