REPORT: Economic warfare escalates as militants expand beyond the Sahel.

Previously distinct conflicts in the Sahel and coastal West Africa are merging into a single, interconnected one that will likely become a key arena of militant competition.Author: Heni NsaibiaThis episode is an AI narrated version of an ACLED report, presenting data-driven analysis of conflict trends and developments around the world. For more from ACLED, visit ACLEDdata.comAI-generated audio is used for ACLED report narrations only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, minor pronunciation or intonation errors may occasionally occur. Webinar recordings feature the original speakers.