U.S. Africa Command is orchestrating the safe, orderly withdrawal of American forces from Niger, a process rooted in mutual respect and transparency. As we navigate this transition, our unwavering priorities are the security of our personnel and the responsible handling of U.S. assets. This feature page offers an inside look at our meticulous withdrawal plan, developed in close coordination with Niger's National Council for Safeguarding the Homeland (CNSP). Despite this repositioning, our commitment to peace in the Sahel remains steadfast.
Amid ongoing discussions between U.S. and Nigerien officials on the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Niger, approximately 900 U.S. military members and civilian employees remain ready at Air Bases 101 and 201 in Niamey and Agadez, respectively, to facilitate the bases’ orderly withdrawal.