# Algeria-Niger military cooperation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260915-algeria-niger-military-cooperation
> Updated: 2026-09-15T18:43:25.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

Algeria has transferred four Russian-origin helicopters to Niger to bolster the country’s aerial combat and logistical capabilities amid a security crisis in the Sahel. Authorized by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the donation includes two Mi-24V attack helicopters and two Mi-171 tactical transport helicopters, along with ammunition and maintenance equipment.

The transfer, conducted via a C-130 military transport plane from the Algerian base in In Guezzam to Niamey, aims to help the Nigerien army regain maneuverability and surveillance capabilities following the withdrawal of Western forces from the region. The move also signals a normalization of diplomatic relations between Algeria and Niger, intended to foster security cooperation for protecting regional interests such as gas pipeline projects and the trans-Saharan highway.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-15: Nigerian Air Force expands fleet with new helicopters and Viper production

The Nigerian Air Force has received five new helicopters from Leonardo and Airbus to boost counter-terrorism efforts, while Bell Textron begins production of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters for the nation.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigerian-air-force-receives-five-new-helicopters-for-security-operations

### 2026-08-19: Algeria donates military helicopters to Niger to bolster aerial capabilities

Algeria has donated two Mi-24V attack helicopters and two Mi-171 transport helicopters to Niger to strengthen its military capabilities against regional security threats in the Sahel.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/algeria-donates-military-helicopters-to-niger-to-bolster-aerial-capabilities

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