The Algerian regime has openly expressed its firm opposition to any military intervention by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) against the putschists who toppled elected President Mohamed Bazoum. Algeria says it opposes any military operation in Niamey for security reasons due to the fragile and instable situation in the Sahel. But in reality, the ruling Algerian junta fears that such as military action will enhance the influence of neighboring Morocco. Algerian intelligence reports say Morocco can provide logistical support and valuable intelligence to facilitate ECOWAS military operation, sending shockwaves across the Algerian military establishment. “We are determined to restore president Bazoum to his functions.”Earlier, in Abuja, ECOWAS Commission President Omar Touray had announced the deployment of the bloc’s force.

Source: The North Africa Journal August 13, 2023 10:32 UTC