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ECOWAS Declares State of Emergency in West Africa

ECOWAS has declared a regional state of emergency, warning of escalating coups, political instability, and rising terrorist threats. Commission President Omar Touray said West Africa now faces “high-risk” conditions, citing recent coups in Guinea-Bissau, an attempted coup in Benin, stalled transitions, and growing insecurity. He urged member states to intensify security cooperation and protect democratic […]