The Latest Breaking News from Niger

Niger army pledges allegiance to coup makers

Army chief says in a statement the decision was necessary to avoid fighting within the armed forces.

Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023

Niger’s Bazoum: ‘Hard-won’ democratic gains will be protected despite coup

Foreign Minister Hassoumi Massoudou says ‘all democrats and patriots’ needed to help make the coup fail.

Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023

Niger coup leader calls for support amid claims he is now head of state

Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani appeals to governments who backed democratically elected Mohamed Bazoum

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2023

Niger soldiers oust president Bazoum’s government in late night coup

Country’s borders closed ’until the situation has stabilised’ and all institutions of republic suspended

The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023

Niger's military announces a coup on national television

The U.S. is calling for the president of Niger to be released after soldiers say they have seized power in a coup in the West African country.

WEKU · Jul 27, 2023

Explainer: Niger a linchpin for stability in Africa’s ‘coup belt’

President Mohamed Bazoum, arrested by soldiers who announced coup, is described as ‘west’s only hope’ in stabilising jihadist-plagued Sahel region

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2023

Soldiers in Niger claim to have overthrown President Mohamed Bazoum

Group of soldiers appear on television to announce toppling of Bazoum’s government as US calls for president’s release.

Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023

Niger soldiers announce coup and president’s removal on national TV

Military group declares ‘end to the regime’, citing ‘deteriorating security situation and bad governance’

The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2023

Niger soldiers say President Bazoum has been removed, borders closed

Soldiers claimed to have overthrown Niger's government on Thursday after members of the Presidential Guard detained President Mohamed Bazoum.

France 24 · Jul 26, 2023

‘Coup attempt’ in Niger: Here’s what we know so far

A quick look at the attempted coup against Niger’s President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been held inside his palace.

Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023