President Biden called for the immediate release of the Nigerien President in a written statement commemorating Niger’s Independence Day, saying the US “stands with the people of Niger” as the country faces a “grave challenge to its democracy.”
This marks the first time Biden has commented on the situation in Niger since last week’s military takeover. “The Nigerien people have the right to choose their leaders. They have expressed their will through free and fair elections – and that must be respected,” Biden said. “Defending fundamental democratic values, and standing up for constitutional order, justice, and the right of peaceful assembly, are essential to the partnership between Niger and the United States.
The US has not formally decided if the situation should be designated as a coup, a move that would require the US to cut foreign and military assistance to the Nigerien government. There is no time requirement for the US to make such a designation. Amid the tension in the country, the State Department ordered the evacuation of non-emergency personnel and family members from Niger on Wednesday.
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