ECOWAS chairman urges reconsideration of exit amid regional crisis
ECOWAS chairman calls for reconsideration of exit by Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, amid regional political crisis and potential easing of sanctions.
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3 year power transition proposed by Niger’s coup leader
a three-year transition of power has been proposed by Niger’s coup leader after meeting a delegation of West African leaders.
Niger: junta supporters claim France manipulating ECOWAS towards intervention
On July 26, soldiers from the nation's presidential guard overthrew the government and detained President Mohammad Bazoum, sparking international outrage and the possibility of a military invasion by other West African countries. On Sunday, the Nigerien airspace was shut down by the coup leaders, who also forbade any outside intervention.
Leaders of Niger Military Junta accuse France of ignoring border closure
The decision was required, according to the Army chief, to prevent conflict within the armed forces.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns military junta coup attempt in Niger
The soldier said that a nationwide curfew was in effect and that the nation's borders were closed. Additionally suspended were all national institutions, he said.
US President demands release of Niger President amid apparent coup attempt
International community condemns detention of Niger President Mohamed Bazoum as Benin's President mediates in stand-off
Niger’s President held in presidential palace, signals possible military junta coup
The president of Niger has stated that some members of the national guard are attempting to turn against him and that if they do not desist, the army would launch an offensive.
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