ECOWAS Ready For Niger War; Defence Chiefs Say 'Waiting For Order' | 'No More Meetings...'
Published on Aug 19, 2023 09:12 am IST
West African military chiefs said on Friday they were ready for an armed intervention in Niger after a coup ousted President Mohamed Bazoum last month, but a diplomatic mission was possible over the weekend to keep talks open. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has agreed to activate a "standby force" as a last resort to restore democracy in Niger after generals toppled and detained Bazoum on July 26. Watch the video for more.
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