Niger Crisis: India asks citizens to leave African country 'as soon as possible'
ANI, said, "Government of India is closely monitoring ongoing developments in Niger. In light of the prevailing situation, Indian nationals whose presence is not essential are advised to leave the country as soon as possible. They may bear in mind that airspace is currently closed.
When departing through land border, utmost precautions may be taken to ensure safety and security." "Those who may be planning travel to Niger in the coming days are also similarly advised to reconsider their travel plans until the situation normalizes..." he added. As per details, tensions are brewing between Niger's new military regime and the West African regional bloc after the latter ordered the deployment of troops to restore Niger's flailing democracy. ALSO READ: Niger Coup: US' Antony Blinken says Russia's Wagner mercenaries are taking advantage of turmoil On Thursday, the ECOWAS bloc said it had directed a 'standby force' to restore constitutional order in Niger following its Sunday deadline to reinstate ousted President Mohamed Bazoum expired.
The two Western officials had said that Niger's junta had told a top US diplomat they would kill Bazoum if neighboring countries attempted any military intervention to restore his rule, reported news agency AP on Friday. Though its unclear when or where the force will deploy and which countries from the 15-member bloc would contribute to it. As per experts, it would likely comprise some 5,000 troops led by Nigeria and could be ready within weeks.
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