Mahmoud Dicko

The provided articles focus on the formation of the Alliance des démocrates du Sahel (ADS), a new coalition launched by exiled opposition members from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. The ADS aims to challenge the military juntas currently governing these countries, which form the Alliance des États du Sahel (AES). The coalition, comprised of civil society members, politicians, and other stakeholders, advocates for peaceful resistance to bring about the downfall of the military regimes. The ADS was officially launched on April 7, 2026, in Brussels. The articles highlight the emergence of this new opposition force and its potential impact on the political landscape of the Sahel region, particularly in the context of the AES.