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Niger’s military junta conveyed a grave message to a senior U.S. diplomat, warning of their intention to execute the deposed President Mohamed Bazoum if neighboring nations embarked on a military intervention to reinstate his leadership. This revelation was disclosed by two Western officials speaking to The Associated Press.
During the recent visit of U.S. Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland to Niger, representatives of the junta disclosed this threat against Bazoum. A Western military official, requesting anonymity due to the sensitivity of the matter, shared that these discussions transpired behind closed doors. A U.S. official, also choosing anonymity as they lacked authorization to communicate with the media, corroborated this account.
Bazoum, forcefully removed from power on July 26, asserts that he is effectively held hostage within his official residence. The situation remains tense as the regional Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) bloc declared its intention to deploy a “standby force” to restore democratic governance in Niger post the coup. However, specific details regarding the composition, location, and prospective deployment date of this military intervention force remain undisclosed.
Leaders of ECOWAS member states convened in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, on Thursday, aiming to address the evolving crisis. In response to queries seeking clarity, Omar Alieu Touray, the president of the ECOWAS commission, reiterated that the military authorities within the subregion were committed to deploying a standby force representing the community’s consensus.
Touray affirmed that discussions concerning funding had transpired, leading to the implementation of “appropriate measures.” The intricacies of these measures, however, were not elaborated upon. The delicate situation continues to evolve, with diplomatic efforts intertwined with the potential for a military response, as regional and international stakeholders grapple with finding a solution to restore stability and democratic governance in Niger.
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