EU Failed to 'Listen' in Sahel, Envoy Says as Influence Wanes

EU failed to 'listen' in Sahel, envoy says as influence wanes

EU envoy admits Brussels misread Sahel dynamics, warning that military-first strategies and one-way diplomacy have eroded influence as Russia and China deepen their foothold in the region.

Europe cannot afford to lose the Sahel

The European Commission is expected to unveil a new Security Strategy this summer. While the threat from Russia is felt and the situation in the Middle East raises concerns, Europe cannot afford to ignore the Sahel. Since French troops withdrew from the Sahel in 2022, Europe has largely neglected the region at its southern flank. […]