Islamic State fighters outside of the Inates Nigerien military base in Dec. 2019.
Long War Journal: Islamic State video details operations across the Sahel
In its first official release from the region, a new Islamic State video details the jihadist group’s varying operations across the Sahel over the last few years.
While the group has released videos from the region via its Amaq News in the past, today’s video also marks the first time footage from the Sahel has been released through the Islamic State’s West African Province.
While the group is now within the West African Province branding, it is still colloquially known as the “Islamic State in the Greater Sahara,” or ISGS.
The large-scale production serves as both a recap and highlight reel for the Islamic State in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso.
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WNU Editor: They have been very active.
