West Africa Emerges as Global Terrorism Epicenter Following Western Military Withdrawal

Jihadist groups linked to al Qaeda and Islamic State escalate attacks, leading to increased migration and regional instability.

Jihadist attacks in Mali's capital on September 17 highlight the growing threat in urban centers across the Sahel region.
The conflict in the Sahel has displaced millions and is contributing to a sharp rise in migration towards Europe.
Military coups in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have replaced Western-backed governments with regimes relying on Russian mercenaries.
The withdrawal of U.S. and French military forces has left a security vacuum, allowing jihadist groups to expand their control.
Experts warn that the Sahel could become a new base for global jihad, with the potential for attacks extending beyond the region.