Justice ministers from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—met in Niamey on September 15, 2025, to discuss the potential referral of Ukraine and France to the International Court of Justice (ICJ). This consideration arises from allegations of support for terrorist groups in the Sahel region, specifically claims regarding Ukrainian aid to jihadists.
The discussions follow Ukraine"s severed diplomatic ties with Mali and Niger in 2024 and reflect longstanding grievances of the AES regarding French interference in the region. The ministers are evaluating the implications of these allegations and the possibility of legal action against the two countries.
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