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Tom Davidson

Niger coup leaders close airspace amid military threat from neighbours

The leaders of Niger’s coup have closed the country’s airspace until further notice amid fears of a military intervention from neighbouring countries.

The West African group of countries, Ecowas, had earlier warned it could use force if President Mohamed Bazoum was not reinstated by 11pm last night, a deadline that has been ignored.

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