The report documents over 3,000 casualties due to violence perpetrated by groups like the Group to Support Islam and Muslims (GSIM) and the Islamic State in the Sahel. Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have been particularly hard-hit.
While the report acknowledges some progress in regional cooperation and a decline in maritime piracy, the persistent threat of terrorism remains a significant concern.
The UNOWAS report emphasizes the urgent need for continued efforts to counter terrorism and enhance regional security cooperation to address this critical challenge.
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