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Benin, Niger formalise border reopening commitment

Benin and Niger reaffirm plans to reopen their shared land border.

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West Africa
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Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 12:20 UTC
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Benin and Niger have formalised their commitment to reopening their shared border, according to a joint statement. The two West African nations have been working to restore cross-border movement after tensions that led to a prolonged closure. Details on a specific timeline for reopening have not yet been announced.
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