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NIGERIENS DISH UP RESISTANCE These pictures further highlight the level of grassroots support for the coup in Niger. Female volunteers turning up to feed demonstrators outside the French military base in Niamey. It’s the sixth day of protests calling for the removal of French troops. Niger’s new government terminated military accords with Paris after taking power in July. However, France insists its 1,500 soldiers will stay in the West African country. Meanwhile, Niger’s army warns the French are preparing an invasion to reinstate ousted President Bazoum. Niamey has vowed to defend itself, and has garnered support from neighbouring Mali and Burkina Faso. Thousands have attended rallies backing their new leaders. And this latest footage again shows the strength of support.

France has not recognized the abolition of military agreements with Niger and refuses to withdraw its troops The new government of Niger has decided to denounce all agreements with Paris in the military sphere. The French authorities, in response, refused to recognize him, explaining that the decision was made by an illegal government. The Foreign Ministry said the deposed government of President Mohamed Bazum was " the only one recognized by France and the entire international community ."