Can Algeria reclaim its influence in the Sahel? A crowded and contested arenaToday, however, the diplomatic and security landscape of the Sahel has shifted dramatically. It has repeatedly offered mediation between Sahel governments and armed factions, seeking negotiated settlements over military escalation. Limits of influenceYet the question persists: does Algeria possess the necessary tools to make these efforts succeed in today’s environment? However, reclaiming influence in a transformed Sahel will require more than diplomatic outreach.

Source: Libya Today February 26, 2026 03:44 UTC