While the former president’s name appeared nowhere in the communique issued by three leaders, one of the subtexts was the possibility that he could return to power in next year’s election and disrupt ties with America’s two closest allies in the Indo-Pacific region.
Tag: Defense and Military Forces
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Junta Official in Niger Claims Captive President Will Not Be Harmed
In an interview with The New York Times, a civilian leader of the junta sounded a conciliatory tone. He also said Niger would not summon the Kremlin-backed Wager Group.
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Ukraine War Casualties Near Half a Million, U.S. Officials Say
Ukraine and Russia have lost a staggering number of troops as Kyiv’s counteroffensive drags on. A lack of medical care has added to the toll.
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Mohamed Bazoum, Niger President Ousted in Coup, Remains Imprisoned at Home
President Mohamed Bazoum had grown alarmed at military takeovers sweeping across Niger’s neighbors. Then his own soldiers came for him. Weeks later, he remains imprisoned in his home.
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At Camp David Summit, Japan, South Korea and U.S. Present a United Front
President Biden will host the leaders of the two Asian nations to overcome historical grievances and present a united front in the face of an increasingly assertive China.