Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger withdraw from the International Criminal Court

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger announced to the global community that they plan on immediately withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC). These three military-led countries stated that they felt the ICC was an "instrument of neo-colonialist repression.” The ICC has not yet issued an official response, and although these three countries stressed their urgent need to withdraw, the process will take up to a year before it is fully effective.

GlobalEliana HalivniOctober 4, 2025Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso Coup, International Relations, Africa, Global NewsComment

The Withdrawal of French Troops in Niger: A Request Fulfilled but a Security Gap Left Behind

“Following the departure of the French troops, the Nigerien government will be burdened to provide itself with security. If Mali and Burkina Faso are examples of military regimes lacking Western support, prospects are not looking bright for the future of Niger’s security.“

Editor's Picks, GlobalNina SlagerOctober 14, 2023Niger, Global, Editor's Pick, French Involvement in AfricaComment