West In Panic As Putin Gets Briefing On Niger Military Coup; Russian Influence In Sahel Growing?

Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Niger coup with Mali's military leader. Mali's interim President said that Putin stressed on the importance of a peaceful resolution. The Kremlin in a statement said that the call to the Russian president was initiated by Mali. This has raised fresh concerns for the Western nations over Russia's growing influence in the Sahel region. Watch the video for more.