EU suspends support and security cooperation with Niger after coup
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July 29, 2023
The European Union has suspended financial support and security cooperation with Niger following a military coup. The EU does not recognize the coup authorities and continues to support the legitimate president. Concerns over stability and international response have been raised, with calls for the immediate release of the president and restoration of democratic order. The coup highlights the importance of democratic governance and regional stability in the face of jihadist insurgencies and foreign interventions. The international community's condemnation of the coup reflects a commitment to democratic principles and the prevention of further political instability.