As the ultimatum issued by the West African bloc (ECOWAS) approaches its end, uncertainty continues about the possibility of military intervention in Niger. The growing danger of jihadist movements in the Sahel region and Niger amplifies this apprehension. ECOWAS issued a seven-day ultimatum on July 30, calling the coup leaders to reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum […]
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