The Pentagon, in conjunction with Nigerien defense officials, has set a timeline for the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Niger, aiming for completion by mid-September. This decision culminates four days of negotiations in Niamey.

September, their two militaries said Sunday, as U.S. officials voice optimism that military and diplomatic relations between the two countries can be reforged.

The US has reached an agreement with Niger to withdraw its military forces from the African nation by September 15, according to the US Defense Department and the Nigerien Ministry of National Defense.