The European Union has suspended financial and security ties with Niger. Coup leader General Abdourahmane Tchiani has taken control of the West African state by ousting the elected president. Niger has been a key partner for the EU in slowing the flow of migrants to Europe. There are also fears the takeover could allow Russia to expand its influence in the region.
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