Africa: America and Russia Jostle for Influence in the Sahel | WION
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Published: Feb 03, 2026, 20:51 IST | Updated: Feb 03, 2026, 20:51 IST
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The United States, China and Russia are competing for control and influence in the Sahel region, as geopolitical rivalry intensifies. Washington is seeking to edge out both Russia and China in the strategic belt, where security cooperation, resources and political alignment have become key battlegrounds.
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