Military presence in Sahel won’t curb terrorism.

After launching a strike against ISIS in Nigeria, President Trump vowed more action against terrorism, coinciding with the formation of a 5,000-strong military force by the AES and plans for a 260,000-strong counterterrorism force by ECOWAS. The militarization of the Sahel raises concerns about regional peace and stability, leading to a rift between former allies and a shift towards Russia as a security partner. Tensions escalated following Nigeria’s intervention in Benin and the US-backed strikes, signaling a complex geopolitical landscape with potential for interstate conflict.

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