NBC: NIAMEY, Niger — The army in the west African nation of Niger said Thursday it would offer no resistance to the forces that seized power in an armed coup this week.
Meanwhile, U.S. forces in Niger were on restricted movements while they assess the situation, according to two U.S. defense officials who spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to speak to the media.
The country, rich in natural resources, has been a key partner in the West’s fight against Islamist groups in west Africa. The U.S. has about 1,100 troops in Niger spread out at three outposts, with a primary mission of training and supporting the local Nigerien forces, specifically the Special Operations.
Nigerien soldiers said Wednesday they had overthrown the country’s democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum, with troops surrounding the presidential palace in the capital, Niamey. more
OK… Where are Johnny Bolton and that Vicki Nuland lady???… and look into Horseface Ketchup Boy.
Perhaps they are there to repatriate a large amount of African-Americans?
A: Because the Demos Don’t want to let then clean up ShitCaGo.
They are Gen. Milley’s “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” outreach Troops.
Because one humiliating rout on Pedo Joe’s watch, leaving billions in weapons and equipment behind in enemy hands, and with the whole world watching wasn’t enough?
Leaving billions in weapons in muslim hands was obama’s decision, not biden’s. This is obama’s 3rd term.
Why?
Because Biden has to cover up more money laundering
or, maybe
Simply because Retard Joe’s a STUPID ASS!
So at least 6 dozen Nigerians finally let go from a dozen C-17s at 5000 feet?
No punch lines? You evil souless monsters!
“Why Are 1,100 US Troops in Niger?”
Because 1,099 wern’t enough to change the lightbulb.
They followed the chicken who crossed the road.
Group rate on mani-pedi.
Part of the P.C. police who can’t spell.
C’mon people. Why am I doing this alone?
There’s a country called “Niger”? huh who knew?
They have borders and can close them.
Who knew?
I thought only blacks were allowed to say the name of that country.Any way, it’s always fun to watch the government class and the chinks fight for the rights to rape and pillage the land. which side are we funding this week?
Maybe they’re looking for answers …
They are there to sow chaos. That’s all the us does now.
Of what possible strategic interest to the US is having 1100 American troops stationed in Niger?
African-Americans?
Like in Syria….
For the natural resources.
Why have an army if you’re not shooting civilians? It’s good practice for after they steal the next election.
They are there to protect the national interest. Of the French.
Just in case there’s looting?
The CCP ordered Xiden to provide the US troops. China’s interests in Niger’s national resources are the Xiden administration’s priority, too – for China.