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Niger: In Focus.

Authors :
Arieff, Alexis
Source :
Congressional Research Service: Report; 7/31/2023, p4-6, 3p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The article reports on the detention of elected President Mohamed Bazoum by military officers in Niger on July 26, 2023, leading to sanctions from West African leaders, threats of military action, and protests. It discusses the significance of Niger as a U.S. partner, its security challenges, political history, and U.S. military presence, as well as its economic situation, humanitarian conditions, and U.S. relations, including aid and military cooperation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07317069
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Congressional Research Service: Report
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
170034337