Algeria has announced the suspension of its involvement in mediating the political turmoil in Niger, which ensued after the coup in July.
The country’s foreign affairs ministry stated that statements from the Nigerien authorities had raised “legitimate questions about their real willingness to follow through on their acceptance of Algerian mediation.”
In August, Algeria had initially proposed a six-month transitional period led by a civilian authority. However, Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani, the leader of the junta, who assumed power in July, advocated for a three-year transition period, causing a divergence in perspectives.
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