Sahel juntas launch TV channel with Russian backing

Military governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have launched a new TV channel with support from Russia, aiming to boost their popularity amid ongoing Islamist insurgencies. This initiative reflects the juntas' efforts to strengthen their domestic support while simultaneously seeking international backing for their fight against terrorism. The move underscores the complex geopolitical dynamics in the Sahel region, where local governments are increasingly turning to foreign allies to bolster their security and political standing.