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Algeria has decided to deploy troops to Niger for the first time in 53 years to protect its $13 billion energy interests. The Algerian Parliament approved this military action, although details about troop numbers and deployment timing remain undisclosed. The mission aims to secure Algeria's strategic and economic interests, particularly its oil facilities in Niger. Algeria's state energy company, Sonatrach, is involved in significant projects in Niger, including a $13 billion trans-Saharan gas pipeline. This decision follows improved military cooperation between Algeria and Niger after recent diplomatic tensions, with Algeria providing military equipment to Niger.