Published 9 days ago • loading... • Updated 9 days agoShow Less IconMedieval-style fortifications are back in the Sahel Summary by The EconomistWest African governments dig defensive trenches and berms around cities to counter jihadist insurgencies, creating fortified islands in an increasingly insecure region. | Middle East & AfricaShare menu1 Articles1 ArticlesAllLeftCenter1RightSearch IconSort IconThe EconomistCenterFactualityOwnershipMedieval-style fortifications are back in the SahelWest African governments dig defensive trenches and berms around cities to counter jihadist insurgencies, creating fortified islands in an increasingly insecure region. | Middle East & Africa9 days ago·London, United KingdomRead Full ArticleThink freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribeBlindspot Title And LogoStories disproportionately reported by the Left or the RightSee More Blindspots4th of July SaleGet 40% off Vantage subscriptions for yourself or a friend.Get StartedCoverage DetailsTotal News Sources1Leaning Left0Leaning Right0Center1Last Updated9 days agoBias Distribution100% CenterBias Distribution Too Big Arrow IconToo Big Arrow IconCaret Up Icon100% of the sources are Center100% CenterC 100%Factuality Info IconTo view factuality data please Upgrade to PremiumOwnership Info IconTo view ownership data please Upgrade to VantageThe Economist broke the news in London, United Kingdom 9 days ago on Thursday, June 25, 2026.Too Big Arrow IconCaret Down IconSources are mostly out of (0)Similar News TopicsMiddle East Plus IconSahel Plus IconShow AllBlindspot Title And LogoStories disproportionately reported by the Left or the RightSee More BlindspotsSimilar News TopicsMiddle East Plus IconSahel Plus IconShow All