Niger in the Spotlight, The Challenge of Understanding the Coup

Understanding the Coup in Niger, Three Key Aspects

On July 26, a coup d'état rocked the African nation of Niger, when members of the Presidential Guard then President Mohamed Bazoum and his family were held in the Presidential Palace. This event marked the beginning of a series of riots. and political tensions that threaten to escalate into armed conflict large scale. Here are three key aspects to understand the current situation in Niger.

Chronology of events

The coup began with the arrest of President Bazoum by the Presidential Guard, led by General Abdourahmane 'Omar' Tchiani, who proclaimed himself leader of a New military junta. As a result of these events, the military supporters of the junta The military dispersed the demonstrations in favor of Bazoum, implemented a curfew and closed the country's air and land borders. The Military support for the coup and demonstrations by supporters The new military junta intensified tension in the nation African.

Niger says France is behind the ECOWAS's threats of war, and that they will have to walk over our dead bodies to dethrone the military ruler Gen. Omer. #Niger #Africa #France #BreakingNews pic.twitter.com/tnYy0WligD

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Who is Abdourahmane Tchiani

General Abdourahmane 'Omar' Tchiani, now Niger's self-proclaimed leader, has played an important role in the country's politics since 2011, when he was appointed head of the Guard. Presidential. Although he had previously been considered an ally of former President Issoufou, his relationship with current President Bazoum was It had become tense, which is speculated to have been a trigger for the coup. of state.

The role of Russia and the international community

Bazoum's ouster has unleashed an unprecedented crisis in the region. The United Nations, the EU, the United States, ECOWAS and the African Union have condemned the coup and expressed concern about the Russia's growing role in the region. The military junta has also refused. to cede power despite the ultimatum set by ECOWAS, which has led to intensified tension in the region and led to the community international to consider various forms of intervention.

➡️ Citizens of Niger in favor of the new government that has dismissed the puppet government of France (MACRON/ROTHSCHILD): "Do we have uranium, we have diamonds, we have gold, we have oil and we live like slaves? We will not accept that. The French base in Niger must go.

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The situation in Niger remains tense and the possibility of armed conflict seems increasingly real. While the community International seeks ways to intervene to restore peace, people in Niger faces uncertainty and consequences of a coup state that has destabilized the country. Stay informed about the situation It is essential to understand the power dynamics in the region and the influence of international powers in the internal affairs of nations African.