On July 26, Niger's presidential guard detained President Mohamed Bazoum. The guard's commander, Gen. Abdourahmane Tchiani, proclaimed himself the country's new leader.

African Union Security Council Decides Not to Use Force Against Rebels in Niger, Reports Say

14:55, 16 August 2023

MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Peace and Security Council of the African Union has decided to refrain from using force against rebels in Niger, French media reported on Wednesday, citing sources.

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The decision was made during a council meeting on Monday, the newspaper said, adding that the council also decided to temporarily suspend Niger's participation in the African Union.

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According to one of the diplomats, the countries do not want to support the intervention because it could lead to "massacre," the newspaper said.

On July 26, Niger's presidential guard ousted and detained President Mohamed Bazoum. The guard’s head, Gen. Abdourahmane Tchiani, proclaimed himself interim leader.

Afterwards, ECOWAS issued an ultimatum to utilize military means in case the Niger's military do not return the president to power.