Tensions are escalating between Niger's new military regime and the West African regional bloc that has ordered the deployment of troops to restore Niger's flailing democracy.
The ECOWAS bloc said on Thursday it had directed a “standby force” to restore constitutional order in Niger after its Sunday deadline to reinstate ousted President Mohamed Bazoum expired.
“Ivory Coast will provide a battalion and has made all the financial arrangements … We are determined to install Bazoum in his position. Our objective is peace and stability in the sub-region,” Ouattara said on state television. “It is our business, not theirs. They don’t even know the reason why the coup happened in Niger,” said Achirou Harouna Albassi, a resident. Bazoum was not abiding by the will of the people, he said.
A U.S. official confirmed that account, also speaking on condition of anonymity, because they were not authorized to speak to the media.
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Tensions rise as West African nations prepare to send troops to restore democracy in NigerTensions are escalating between Niger’s new military regime and the West African regional bloc that has ordered troops deployed to restore Niger’s flailing democracy.
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Tensions rise as West African nations prepare to send troops to restore democracy in NigerTensions are escalating between Niger’s new military regime and the West African regional bloc that has ordered troops deployed to restore Niger’s flailing democracy.
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Tensions rise as West African nations prepare to send troops to NigerWhile neighboring countries and international partners grapple with a possible military intervention, ousted President Mohamed Bazoum's safety remains a key concern.
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West African nations mobilize standby force as Niger crisis grinds onWest African governments struggled to chart a clear path out of the crisis in Niger during an emergency summit on Thursday, two weeks after Nigerien generals unseated the country’s elected president, Mohamed Bazoum.
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