The military coup in Niger has sparked a defense of the takeover by the general who led it. Gen. Abdourahmane Tchiani appeared on state television to assert his authority and seek support from the nation and international partners. The political crisis has raised concerns about the country’s fight against jihadists and the potential increase in Russia’s influence in West Africa. The military factions in Niger have been vying for control since the detention of President Mohamed Bazoum. The country’s role in combating extremism in the Sahel region, where Russia and Western countries are engaged, is crucial. If the coup is deemed a coup by the United States, Niger could lose millions of dollars in military aid. But the general defended the intervention, emphasizing the need for a different approach and expressing gratitude for support from partners. The situation remains uncertain as negotiations between factions continue and violence remains a possibility. French President Emmanuel Macron and French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna have condemned the coup, calling it illegitimate and dangerous. The coup has significant implications for the international community’s engagement in the Sahel region. The United States and the European Union have provided substantial military assistance and training programs to Niger. Russia has also expressed condemnation, but its relationship with the junta and the future of the Wagner group in the country are unclear. This coup marks the fall of one of the last democratically elected governments in the Sahel region. Despite Niger’s history of powerful military influence and strained civilian-military relations, this coup comes at a time of heightened tensions due to the jihadist insurgency. The situation is fluid, and further developments are expected.
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