Event Brief
Niger's Junta Shuts Down Mining Companies
Filed: Mar 06, 2026 at 6:04 AM ET
Summary: Niger's military junta has terminated contracts with mining firms, citing non-compliance with obligations.
WHO: Niger's military junta
WHAT: terminated contracts with mining companies and UK oil firm
WHEN: Mar 06, 2026 at 4:51 AM ET
WHERE: Niamey
WHY: to assert sovereignty over natural resources
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