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Military Rule and Russian Mercenaries in the Sahel

Hold Your Fire!

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Military Regimes in the Sahel Region of Africa

Exploration of the rise of military-led regimes in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso with concerns about the evolution towards authoritarianism and away from democratic governance. The chapter delves into the challenges faced by these regimes in meeting the needs of the population amidst power struggles and the impact of coups on political stability. It also discusses the shift in approach towards jihadist groups and the role of external support and population dissatisfaction in facilitating military takeovers.

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