The African Union Peace and Security Council (ECOWAS) will not use force against the rebels in Niger. It has been reported Le Monde.
“At this meeting on Monday, August 14, the CPS decided to stop using force against the Niger junta,” the material says.
One of the diplomats told the broadcast that interference could lead to the “massacre” that led to the decision.
In addition, the organization’s Security Council has decided to temporarily suspend Niger’s participation in African Union activities.
On August 14, Vedant Patel, deputy spokesperson for the State Department, stated that the US authorities take into account Military intervention in Niger as a last resort after all attempts for a diplomatic solution to the situation.
In front of the rebels in Niger reported Prepare for negotiations with leaders of the West African Economic Community.
On 12 August it was reported that ECOWAS can: to manage Intervention without UN Security Council approval to restore President Mohamed Bazum’s power and overthrow the rebels in Niger.
Former political scientist stated To weaken France’s position in Africa.