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In a startling turn of events, Niger’s recent shift to military administration has led to a crisis in diplomatic relations with France. President Emmanuel Macron announced on Friday that the French Ambassador to Niger, Sylvain Itte, and other diplomatic personnel are effectively “taken hostage” within the French Embassy in the capital city of Niamey.
President Macron made the announcement during a visit to the north-western town of Semur-en-Auxois, as reported by French broadcaster BFMTV. He expressed grave concern over the situation, stating, “In Niger, as I speak to you, we have an ambassador and diplomatic members who
