Niger Republic has officially withdrawn from the International Criminal Court (ICC) and revoked its signature of the Rome Statute as of June 23, 2026. This decision makes Niger the third country to exit the ICC, following the Philippines and Burundi. The government cited concerns over what it describes as selective justice in the ICC's operations as the primary reason for its departure.

Amnesty International has expressed concern over Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger's withdrawal from the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC). The organization argues that this move, led by military governments, promotes impunity and jeopardizes justice and reparations for victims of war crimes. Amnesty International has highlighted ongoing issues regarding human rights in these nations.

Tension has escalated in Niger Republic as security measures were intensified around the Presidential Palace in Niamey following reports of unrest involving the armed forces. According to security sources, the Presidential Guard, supported by armoured vehicles, reinforced security around the Presidency during the night of July 3 and into July 4.

The United States has withdrawn most of its troops involved in a joint counterterrorism operation in Nigeria's Lake Chad Basin, as announced by General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of US Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa, during a press briefing following the African Chiefs of Defence Conference 2026.

The United States has withdrawn its troops from Nigeria following a successful joint operation against the Islamic State that began in December of the previous year, according to Upland Media.

CISLAC and Transparency International Nigeria have criticized the UK court's decision to acquit former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke, describing it as a setback for global anti-corruption efforts. They argue that the verdict underscores the weaknesses in Nigeria's accountability systems.