08.01.2023 16:15
Recent military coup in Niger pits Russia against West in Africa
More senior politicians in Niger were arrested on Monday as the leaders of a military coup defied international calls to restore democratic rule and reinstate ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. The coup in Niger has caused shockwaves across West Africa, leading to tensions between Niger's former Western allies and other regional leaders, including Russia, who have shown support for the junta.