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Gun-shy: why Niger’s coup stands, for now

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Niger's Coup and Russia's Economic Strain

This chapter explores the potential military interventions concerning the coup in Niger and their regional consequences for future coups in Africa. It intricately connects the implications of economic sanctions against Niger to the recent decline of the Russian ruble, examining how these factors influence both military capabilities and civilian economic challenges in Russia. The discussion reveals the Kremlin's struggle to maintain a stable economy while navigating the pressures of international sanctions and rising inflation.

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