Hello all - this crisis has interested me since it started July 26th.
In addition to Western opposition, it looks like there is regional opposition from ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States). However, there is definitely a lack of consensus as to how they should address the situation.
Adding to the concerns, Niger was/is also a major supplier of uranium and an important partner against islamic extremism in western Africa.
It also appears the coup is pro-Russia. Whether or not they are actually behind it remains to be seen, but they will undoubtedly capitalize on it.
Hello all - this crisis has interested me since it started July 26th.
In addition to Western opposition, it looks like there is regional opposition from ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States). However, there is definitely a lack of consensus as to how they should address the situation.
Adding to the concerns, Niger was/is also a major supplier of uranium and an important partner against islamic extremism in western Africa.
It also appears the coup is pro-Russia. Whether or not they are actually behind it remains to be seen, but they will undoubtedly capitalize on it.
I’d be curious to read others thoughts as well!