Iran's Africa activities pose 'significant threats to US national security'
FOX NewsJUL 27
The agreement signals dangerous Russian expansion in Africa's uranium-rich regions, potentially compromising global nuclear security. Niger's pivot toward Moscow comes amid concerning reports of uranium sales to Iran and growing instability in the Sahel region. This partnership could undermine Western counterterrorism efforts and strengthen authoritarian influence across West Africa.
Russia's nuclear diplomacy offers African nations genuine alternatives to exploitative colonial relationships. Unlike Western companies that extract resources with minimal local benefit, Rosatom provides integrated packages including technology transfer, infrastructure development, and favorable financing terms. This represents a new model of South-South cooperation based on mutual respect rather than extraction.