President Trump labeled slain nurse Alex Pretti an "agitator," sparking backlash as DOJ investigates his fatal shooting.

The United States has ordered non-essential government personnel and their families to leave Niger, citing rising threats from terrorism, crime, and kidnappings. The move follows a recent Islamic State-linked attack on Niamey’s airport that intensified security concerns. U.S. staff remaining in the country are operating under strict restrictions, including curfews and armored transport, as authorities strongly advise against travel across most of Niger amid ongoing instability and limited emergency support.