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Why the start of a coup in Niger could have France worried

Paris says it's concerned by the military coup in Niger – its only remaining ally in the Sahel region. While a political vacuum could be dangerous, any potential impact on France's economic and military interests will take longer to emerge.

Radio France Internationale

‘Last bastion of democracy in the Sahel’: Uncertainty in Niger prompts concern among allies

The situation in Niger remained fluid on Thursday, a day after members of the presidential guard detained President Mohamed Bazoum at the presidential palace in Niamey. FRANCE 24 spoke with Danielle Resnick, a political scientist specialising in sub-Saharan Africa at the Brookings Institution, about how a military coup could affect…

France 24

Mahuta holds her own on stage with Blinken

Analysis: The relationship between Antony Blinken and Nanaia Mahuta is clearly a strong one with the US Secretary of State referring to her by first name in front of media from both countries.

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Here's why Niger's coup matters to the U.S.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns the U.S. partnership with Niger depends on "democratic governance and respect for the rule of law." Niger is vital to U.S. counterterrorism efforts in Africa.

WEKU

Niger president vows democracy ‘will prevail’ after army backs coup

Supporters of the coup ransack and set fire to headquarters of ruling party in the capital Niamey

The Independent UK

Timeline: A history of coups in Niger

Wednesday’s events marks the fifth coup in the West African nation’s history since it gained independence from France.

Al Jazeera

Who is Omar Tchiani, leader of Niger’s new military government?

The general has been the head of the presidential guards unit since 2015 and a close ally of former President Issoufou.

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Up First briefing: Hunter Biden plea deal; coup in Niger, remembering Sinead O'Connor

A judge has put a plea deal in the Hunter Biden case on hold. Niger's military announced a coup. Irish singer Sinead O'Connor has died at 56.

WEKU

‘Deteriorating security’: What led to Niger’s coup and what next?

Niger plotters cited worsening insecurity in their takeover speech, a go-to reason for recent coups in the Sahel.

Al Jazeera

What’s happening in Niger? And what does it mean for President Mohamed Bazoum?

The nation’s leader has been toppled in a coup backed by the country’s military leadership

The Independent UK

How the attempted coup in Niger could expand the reach of extremism, and Wagner, in West Africa

Until Wednesday’s coup attempt in Niger, the United States' security ally had avoided the military takeovers that destabilized West African neighbors in recent years

The Independent UK

Niger's army command declares support for coup launched by presidential guard

Niger's army command on Thursday declared its support for a coup instigated the previous day by soldiers of the presidential guard, saying its priority was to avoid destabilising the country.

France 24

Niger army pledges allegiance to coup makers

Army chief says in a statement the decision was necessary to avoid fighting within the armed forces.

Al Jazeera

Niger’s Bazoum: ‘Hard-won’ democratic gains will be protected despite coup

Foreign Minister Hassoumi Massoudou says ‘all democrats and patriots’ needed to help make the coup fail.

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The Guardian - UK

Niger coup leader calls for support amid claims he is now head of state

Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani appeals to governments who backed democratically elected Mohamed Bazoum

The Independent UK

Mutinous soldiers say they've taken Niger. The government says a coup won't be tolerated

Nigeriens awoke to a divided country after mutinous soldiers claimed to have ousted the president

Evening Standard

Niger’s ousted president hits back as UK slams coup

The UK Government condemned the coup ‘in the strongest possible terms’ and said it was closely monitoring the situation

Radio France Internationale

Niger's military coup widely condemned following overthrow of President Bazoum

The United Nations, African Union and Western governments have strongly condemned Niger’s military for removing President Mohamed Bazoum from power – and the overthrow of his government – in an apparent coup.

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Al Jazeera

World leaders condemn ‘unconstitutional’ military takeover in Niger

US calls for detained president’s immediate release as UN condemns ‘unconstitutional change in government’ in Niger.

The Independent UK

Niger soldiers oust president Bazoum’s government in late night coup

Country’s borders closed ’until the situation has stabilised’ and all institutions of republic suspended

WEKU

Niger's military announces a coup on national television

The U.S. is calling for the president of Niger to be released after soldiers say they have seized power in a coup in the West African country.

The Guardian - UK

Explainer: Niger a linchpin for stability in Africa’s ‘coup belt’

President Mohamed Bazoum, arrested by soldiers who announced coup, is described as ‘west’s only hope’ in stabilising jihadist-plagued Sahel region

Al Jazeera

Soldiers in Niger claim to have overthrown President Mohamed Bazoum

Group of soldiers appear on television to announce toppling of Bazoum’s government as US calls for president’s release.

The Guardian - UK

Niger soldiers announce coup and president’s removal on national TV

Military group declares ‘end to the regime’, citing ‘deteriorating security situation and bad governance’

France 24

Niger soldiers say President Bazoum has been removed, borders closed

Soldiers claimed to have overthrown Niger's government on Thursday after members of the Presidential Guard detained President Mohamed Bazoum.

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