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Niger coup supporters rally as regional force mulls intervention

Supporters of Niger's coup leaders hold a Russian flag as they gather for a demonstration in Niamey on Aug. 11, 2023, near a French airbase in Niger. [VOA]

Thousands of people gathered in Niger's capital Friday to demonstrate in favor of last month's coup as regional leaders were considering military intervention to restore civilian rule.

Since the July 26 military ouster of elected President Mohamed Bazoum, many Nigeriens have joined junta-organized rallies to show support for the generals, criticize Western powers and laud Russia, which is vying for influence with the West in the region.

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