Political Crisis in Niger: Junta Holds Power Despite Pressure to Release Elected President
The political situation in Niger and West Africa remains tense Since a group of high-ranking Niger military officers seized power from President Mohamed Bazoom in July 2021, the political climate in Niger and West Africa has remained precarious. The officers announced themselves as the new leaders, and there are no indications that they plan to […]
Niger’s Coup: Closure of Airspace and Risks of External Aggression Increase
Niger’s military coup has declared the indefinite closure of its airspace, citing concerns over external aggression. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) had previously urged the junta to establish a deadline for the return of power to President Mohamed Bazoom by Sunday, which was rejected. Showcasing their support, thousands of coup supporters assembled […]
Petro dispatched against Iván Duque and insisted on a ‘soft blow’
“I had to face a radical, violent, hirsute, closed-minded, zero-constructive opposition, and one that invited the destruction of the country,” Duque said in a section of said interview, referring to Petro and several representatives of the Historical Pact that are today the Government. Petro insists on a “soft” coup Along with his response to Duque, […]
