Niger's government announced a ban on the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) without prior notice, leading to immediate closure of its Niamey office. The majority of foreign staff have reportedly left the country. This action coincided with the ICRC's release of its latest humanitarian report, suggesting a potential motive behind the sudden intervention. Observers note the military junta's ruling by decree and express concerns over the implications of the decision, emphasizing the prerogative of a sovereign state in ending international agreements.
Mahamadou Namaiwa Atto, a researcher, stated that the closure of the ICRC office was a sovereign decision, emphasizing governments can decide on such agreements independently.
There was no official reason provided for the military junta's sudden decision, but the timing coincided with the ICRC's publication of its humanitarian activities report.
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