Niger Junta Revokes Orano's Permit at Major Uranium Mine

The decision to withdraw the French company's license at the Imouraren site underscores escalating tensions and geopolitical shifts.

Niger's military government has withdrawn Orano's permit to operate at one of the world's largest uranium mines.
The Imouraren mine holds an estimated 200,000 tonnes of uranium, crucial for nuclear energy production.
Orano had resumed activities at the site but failed to meet the government's expectations for development.
The move reflects Niger's shifting alliances, with increased ties to Russia and reduced connections to France.
Orano plans to challenge the decision legally, citing economic and social impacts on the region.