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Ivory Coast Seeks U.S. Spy Planes to Combat Jihadists

12/12/2025

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Ivory Coast seeks U.S. support to station spy planes in the north.
The aim is counterterrorism against Al Qaeda–linked jihadists in the Sahel.
Officials expect a Washington decision next year after Niger's base loss.
The Pentagon has no current plans for Ivory Coast operations.
U.S. President Donald Trump is exploring increased cooperation with Mali as these countries reassess ties with Russia.

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Story summary

Ivory Coast seeks U.S. support to station spy planes in the north.
The aim is counterterrorism against Al Qaeda–linked jihadists in the Sahel.
Officials expect a Washington decision next year after Niger's base loss.
The Pentagon has no current plans for Ivory Coast operations.
U.S. President Donald Trump is exploring increased cooperation with Mali as these countries reassess ties with Russia.