Pushing back. France’s ambassador to Niger, Sylvian Itte, is remaining in the country, according to French President Emmanuel Macron, despite the military junta’s demand on Friday that he leave within 48 hours. Macron said his government would continue to back the ousted president and that Paris would support any diplomatic or military action by the […]
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Daily Memo: France Stays Firm, US and China Expand Communication
The French president remains defiant after the junta in Niger demanded the French ambassador's departure.




