Mohamed Bazoum, who was toppled in a coup, has been under house arrest with his family for nearly three months while leaders in Africa, the United States and Europe have pushed for his release.
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U.S. Declares the Military Takeover in Niger a Coup
The Biden administration had sidestepped the label for months because the word “coup” has major policy implications.
The Hottest New Accessory in Niger? A Russian Flag.
Russia has quietly been distributing its own flags throughout West Africa, where they are now considered “so cool.”
France to Pull Its Troops From Niger After Military Coup
President Emmanuel Macron said he had also recalled the country’s ambassador, after weeks of escalating tensions with Niger’s new military leaders.
As Junta Tightens Grip, Niger Is Being Strangled by Sanctions
Border closures and a freeze on financial transactions imposed after soldiers seized power are hurting millions, while Western nations remain divided over what to do.
Coups Are on the Rise. Why?
A recent surge is surprising because successful coups are rare.
With Aid on the Line, Biden Officials Debate ‘Coup’ Finding for Niger
American officials have tap danced around a word that would prompt a cutoff of U.S. assistance to a valued African ally.
Music Videos Promote Niger’s Military After a Coup
Music videos praising the military have proliferated since generals seized power, highlighting the army’s longstanding importance in Niger and popular dissatisfaction with civilian rule.
Junta Official in Niger Claims Captive President Will Not Be Harmed
In an interview with The New York Times, a civilian leader of the junta sounded a conciliatory tone. He also said Niger would not summon the Kremlin-backed Wagner mercenary group.
Mohamed Bazoum, Niger President Ousted in Coup, Remains Imprisoned at Home
President Mohamed Bazoum had grown alarmed at military takeovers sweeping across Niger’s neighbors. Then his own soldiers came for him. Weeks later, he remains imprisoned in his home.