WorldAlgerian parliament’s upper house approves troop deployment to Niger

Algeria’s upper house unanimously approved sending troops to neighbouring Niger, with a separate vote by the lower house still expected. If approved, the deployment would be Algeria’s first mission beyond its borders since 1973, and the forces are expected to secure oil facilities in Niger.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-10-25 12:19Original