DAKAR, Senegal — The military government in Niger has prohibited the French humanitarian organization, Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (Acted), from conducting its activities within the nation due to escalating tensions with France.

On Tuesday, the Ministry of the Interior issued a formal decree, revoking the nonprofit’s operational license, though it did not disclose specific reasons for this decision.

Additionally, another local organization, Niger’s Action for Well-Being (APBE), also had its license canceled.

Acted has been active in Niger since 2010, focusing primarily on providing assistance to individuals affected by jihadist attacks and natural disasters.

Since a military coup last year, which was part of a broader trend of military takeovers across the Sahel region—an area known for its significant challenges related to extremist violence—Niger has distanced itself from Western alliances.

The new authorities have expelled French troops that were previously engaged in combatting jihadist threats and removed the French ambassador from the country.

In a significant shift, the U.S. military also completed its withdrawal from Niger in September after the junta nullified an agreement that had permitted American forces to operate within its borders.

Previously, Niger was considered a steadfast partner for Western nations in the fight against extremist groups such as al-Qaida and the Islamic State.

As the geopolitical landscape continues to evolve, the implications of these decisions for humanitarian assistance and regional stability remain to be seen.