EU-Niger: “strong package of sanctions” in view

Toledo, Spain 31.08.2023 “…We will have a look at what is happening in the world, the Russian influence, the consequences of the war, and certainly focus on Niger and the Sahel”, said the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell, entering the assembly of the EU Foreign ministers. “And for that, we have here with us the…

Ethiopia: EU human rights concerns

Brussels 29.08.2023 “The EU expresses serious concern regarding the on-going conflict, alleged violations and abuses of human rights, and reports of dozens of civilian casualties in the Amhara region of Ethiopia” đŸ‡ȘđŸ‡č Ethiopia: Statement by High Representative @JosepBorrellF on the situation in Amhara https://t.co/iblysACOE3 — European External Action Service – EEAS đŸ‡ȘđŸ‡ș (@eu_eeas) August 29,…

Zimbabwe: EU EOM defamation campaign

Brussels 29.08.2023 “The EU takes note of the announcement of the 23 August 2023 Harmonised Elections’ results by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC). On Election Day, Zimbabweans turned out in great numbers, and showed their determination to exercise their voting rights. They need to be granted full transparency and integrity in the electoral process”, reads…

Libya: EU urges to refrain from hostilities

Brussels 16.08.2023 “The European Union follows with great attention and concern the latest violent events in Libya” reads the statement by the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell on the latest armed clashes Libya. Libya: đŸ‡ȘđŸ‡ș follows with concern the latest violent events.While clashes in Tripoli appear to have subsided, EU urges all parties to continue…

Niger: crucial base for military in Sahel

Brussels 10.08.2023 The U.S. diplomats familiar with the discussions said the Niger military junta made it clear to Nuland and the other U.S. officials present that they believe very strongly that their seizure of power was just, that they have broad public support, and that the deposed President Mohamed Bazoum was no longer the legitimate…

Niger: ECOWAS convenes for crisis Summit

Brussels 10.08.2023 The military who seized power in a coup in Niamey on Wednesday, July 26, accused France, previously an ally of Niger, of releasing 16 jihadists and violating the country’s airspace, on the eve of a crisis summit of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Breaking News: Reports coming in that France…

Niger: EU supports “all” ECOWAS measures

Brussels 31.07.2023 “The European Union associates itself with the firm condemnations expressed by the Heads of State of the sub-region against the unacceptable coup de force carried out in Niger” reads the statement of the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell, released on Monday at 7:40 AM (Brussels time). L’UE soutient toutes les mesures adoptĂ©es par la…

Niger: EU will not recognize junta

Brussels 31.07.2023 “The European Union does not recognize and will not recognize the authorities resulting from the putsch in Niger. President Bazoum was democratically elected; he is and therefore remains the only legitimate President of Niger. His release must be unconditional and without delay. The EU holds the putschists responsible for his safety and that…

Niger: EU support to President Bazoum amid coup d’etat

Brussels 27.07.2023 “The European Union is following with great concern the current events in Niamey following a mutiny by part of the presidential guard at the residence of President Mohamed Bazoum. At this time, the situation remains tense” reads the statement of the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell. L’UE rĂ©affirme son plein soutien au PrĂ©sident…