Published 3 months ago

French ambassador to Niger 'held hostage' in embassy, President Macron says

The French ambassador to Niger is currently living like a hostage in the French embassy, unable to leave due to the military junta's refusal and being denied food. President Macron has expressed concern about his well-being.
The French authorities do not recognize the authority of the military rulers in Niger, who have ordered the ambassador to leave the country. However, he has chosen to remain, as President Macron will make decisions based on his agreement with Niger's President Bazoum. Despite the challenging circumstances, the ambassador continues to work and is valued for his contacts.
President Macron will ultimately decide when the French ambassador in Niger can return. The junta's actions, including blocking food deliveries to the embassy, have strained diplomatic relations between France and Niger. The ambassador's situation highlights the tense dynamic between the two countries.

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News18 India

Macron Says French Ambassador to Niger 'Literally Held Hostage'

Macron accuses Niger's military rulers of keeping French envoy hostage in embassy, blocking food deliveries

3 months ago·India

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CTV News

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Reuters

French ambassador in Niger being held hostage by junta, Macron says

France's ambassador in Niger is being held hostage at the French embassy by the military junta which has seized power in the West African nation, President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday.

3 months ago·United Kingdom

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CBC News

France's ambassador in Niger being 'held hostage' at embassy by junta, Macron says

France's ambassador in Niger is being held hostage at the French Embassy by the military junta that has seized power in the West African nation, President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday.

3 months ago·Canada

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Daily Express

French ambassador held 'hostage' at French embassy in Niger

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3 months ago·United Kingdom

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NDTV

French Ambassador In Niger Held Hostage By Junta: President Emmanuel Macron

France's ambassador in Niger is being held hostage at the French embassy by the military junta which has seized power in the West African nation, President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday.

3 months ago·New Delhi, India

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