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The military government in Niger says it has foiled an attempt by the deposed former President, Mohamed Bazoum, to escape from custody. The former president attempted to flee in the night with his family, cooks and security, a military spokesman said. There were plans for the group to fly out …

Niger’s military rulers have demanded that the head of the United Nations’ diplomatic mission in the country leave within 72 hours. A statement from the West African nation’s foreign ministry accused the UN of using “underhanded manoeuvres”, instigated by France, to stop Niger fully participating in last month’s UN General …