Sahel Insurgency

Reuters reports an Algerian army convoy arrived in Niger

MOVEMENT
Location
Niger
Importance
Notable

Reuters Africa reported that an Algerian army convoy had arrived in Niger, calling it Algeria’s first foreign troop deployment since it sent forces to support Egypt in 1973. The Reuters post did not specify the arrival date, convoy size or exact location within Niger. This is an arrival report, distinct from the Algerian parliament’s earlier authorization of a deployment.

Verification: Probable

Evidence: An Algerian army convoy has arrived in Niger

Reuters reports the convoy’s arrival; the accessible post does not state the arrival date, force size or precise location.