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Niger Junta Rejects EU Call for Ex-President's Release

3/21/2026

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Niger's junta rejected a European Parliament resolution calling for the release of ex-President Mohamed Bazoum.
The European Union condemned Bazoum's detention and urged restoration of democratic order after the July 2023 coup.
Abdourahamane Tchiani, the head of Niger's junta, accused the European Union of interference.
He said France influenced the resolution, which he called biased.
Human rights activists express concern over Bazoum's imprisonment, emphasizing his democratic governance.

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Niger's junta rejected a European Parliament resolution calling for the release of ex-President Mohamed Bazoum.
The European Union condemned Bazoum's detention and urged restoration of democratic order after the July 2023 coup.
Abdourahamane Tchiani, the head of Niger's junta, accused the European Union of interference.
He said France influenced the resolution, which he called biased.
Human rights activists express concern over Bazoum's imprisonment, emphasizing his democratic governance.