Skip to content The gap between these interpretations continues to widen, fueled by mutual suspicion rather than dialogue. The latest actions involve Mali and Burkina Faso, which announced bans on U.S. citizens, echoing earlier moves by Niger, which imposed a permanent visa halt, and Chad, which previously suspended similar access. Together, these decisions suggest a broader shift in how several Sahel states are asserting autonomy in their diplomatic relationships, signaling challenges ahead for rebuilding trust.
