Saudi Arabia monitoring events in Niger after coup attempt

Supporters of Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum demonstrate in his support in Niamey, Niger, Wednesday July 26, 2023. (AP)
Supporters of Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum demonstrate in his support in Niamey, Niger, Wednesday July 26, 2023. (AP)
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Updated 27 July 2023
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Saudi Arabia monitoring events in Niger after coup attempt

Saudi Arabia monitoring events in Niger after coup attempt
  • Kingdom affirmed its full solidarity with the people of Niger

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Wednesday said it is following with “great concern” the developments in Niger, after presidential guards held President Mohamed Bazoum inside his palace in the capital, Niamey.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the Kingdom’s keenness for Niger’s security, stability, and the integrity of its institutions.

It also affirmed “full solidarity with the people of Niger, and called on everyone to give priority to the voice of reason, wisdom and supreme national interest,” the ministry said in a statement.