Rebels in Niger say 2 Central African states prepare intervention

The ruling body of the rebels in Niger - the National Council for the Salvation of the Motherland – has announced the preparation of military intervention by the two countries of Central Africa, Report informs referring to TASS.

“Despite the disapproval of the people of Niger and ECOWAS, planning for the intervention was carried out. The preliminary deployment of forces for participation in this war began in two countries of Central Africa,” the communiqué says.

The leadership of the republic emphasizes that “any state from which military actions are directed against Niger will be considered a participant in the operation.” The council also said that it had information about an impending attack “by the forces of a foreign power in coordination with ECOWAS and terrorist groups.”

“The council warns ECOWAS, backed by a foreign power, of the disastrous consequences for the region from any interference in the internal affairs of Niger and military adventure,” reads the message.