Why the U.S. military's withdrawal from Niger is a devastating blow

Why the U.S. military's withdrawal from Niger is a "devastating blow" After a $1 billion investment in Niger, the welcome mat is being yanked out from under American troops' feet. After a U.K. investment of about $1billion, the withdrawal is being pulled out of Niger.

US agrees to pull troops out of Niger. It means the US will lose its primary base where it monitors regional Islamist activity. It will be the first time US troops have left Niger since 2009. The US will be losing control of the country's primary base in Niger.

The United States is attempting to create a new military agreement with Niger that would allow it to remain in the country. Niger plays a central role in the U.S. military's operations in Africa’s Sahel region. Washington is concerned about the spread of jihadist violence where local groups have pledged allegiance to al-Qaida and Islamic State groups.

US renews effort to retain foothold in Niger as junta looks to push troops out. U.S. is attempting to broker a new agreement with Niger's military junta that would allow it to remain in the West African country. Niger's junta wants to push out of the country.