Niger's Military Coup Deadline Passes, Prompting Closure of Airspace Amid 'Threat of Intervention'
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On the designated day, Niger's airspace came to a halt, marking the culmination of a deadline set by a coalition of African nations. This ultimatum demanded that the leaders of Niger's military coup relinquish control and restore the rightful president, who had been democratically elected.
As this pivotal moment passed, Niger's airspace underwent closure due to what Colonel Major Amadou Abdramane, the leader of the Nigerien coup, termed as "the imminent risk of intervention from neighboring nations." The announcement was broadcasted on national television on Sunday.
The initiation of the military coup in Niger occurred in late July. This involved the capture of President Mohamed Bazoum by elements of the presidential guard, resulting in the shutdown of national institutions. Subsequently, demonstrations erupted from both factions, with thousands advocating for the military coup.
Beyond Niger's borders, the actions of the coup leaders drew swift condemnation from the United States, certain Western countries, and a coalition of West African nations, which even hinted at the possibility of military intervention.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), a regional alliance, cautioned that if the military junta did not relinquish authority, it might confront potential military interference. A deadline was set for the coup leaders to step down, expiring on Sunday.
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If the junta continues to hold power, they have asserted their intention to employ any required actions to reinstate constitutional stability, even resorting to the use of force if deemed necessary.
The alliance took additional measures by enacting a prohibition on travel and seizing assets belonging to the military officials implicated in the attempted coup, as well as their relatives and any civilians who opt to partake in institutions or governance established by these officials.
Furthermore, France and the European Union halted financial assistance to Niger in the aftermath of the coup.
On the afternoon of Sunday, a multitude congregated in Niamey, the capital of Niger, to display their solidarity with the junta and express their disapproval of the sanctions imposed by ECOWAS.
In addition, the junta conveyed a warning via state television, asserting that any military intervention would be met with an "instant and unforeseen reaction by Niger's defense and security forces."
In advance of the Sunday deadline, ECOWAS leaders convened in Nigeria the previous week to coordinate a unified response to the coup and outline a prospective military action, which the coalition has indicated is a final recourse.
"The comprehensive aspects necessary for any potential intervention have been meticulously developed in this setting and are currently undergoing further enhancements.
This encompasses various factors such as the optimal timing, required resources, and the strategic deployment specifics for such a contingent," explained Abdel-Fatau Musah, ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security.
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