U.S. Military Operations in Chad and Niger

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The U.S. military plans to return to Chad for talks about revising an agreement that allows it to keep troops based there after withdrawing most of its contingent of about 100 troops from Chad. Chad and Niger have been integral to the U.S. military's efforts to counter violent extremist organizations across the Sahel region.

Key Points

  • U.S. military plans to return to Chad for discussions within a month.
  • Chad and Niger have played important roles in U.S. military operations against extremist groups in the region.

Pros

  • Revising agreement for U.S. troops to remain in Chad for security partnership and counterterrorism efforts.
  • Chad and Niger have been key allies in countering violent extremist organizations in the Sahel region.

Cons

  • Withdrawal of U.S. troops from Chad and Niger following questions about the legality of their operations.