2023-08-26 15:10:58
The flag of the country of Niger
The African state is putting its military on high alert.
(Photo: Reuters)
Niamey In Niger, the military government has put its troops on high alert. The danger of an attack has increased, according to a paper by the defense minister on Friday, which was circulated online on Saturday. Security circles in Niger said the document was genuine.
With the highest level, the military could act accordingly in the event of an attack and be spared a “surprise attack”. The military in Niger, led by General Abdourahamane Tiani, staged a coup on July 26 and overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum.
The West African group of states Ecowas has declared its willingness to intervene militarily in Niger in order to restore constitutional order. So far, however, she has relied on a diplomatic solution. “To avoid any doubt, I would like to make it absolutely clear that ECOWAS has not declared war on the Nigerien people, nor that there is a plan to invade,” ECOWAS President Omar Touray told the press on Friday.
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