Article 6F2J5 Allies of Niger’s deposed president see hope in French retreat

Allies of Niger’s deposed president see hope in French retreat

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Jason Burke, and Amadou Garé in Niamey
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Advisers of detained Mohamed Bazoum say French withdrawal removes coup leaders' pretext for power grab

Aides and supporters of Niger's deposed president, Mohamed Bazoum, have welcomed the decision of France to withdraw its diplomatic staff and military from the country, saying it will deny the military junta a scapegoat" to disguise its failings.

Bazoum, a French ally whose election in 2021 had boosted hopes of stability in the unstable Sahel state, was detained on 26 July by members of his guard. Senior soldiers took power in the unstable Sahel state shortly afterwards.

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