Niger’s anti-French sentiment: ‘Easier to blame somebody else’ over seeking out long-term solutions

France’s ambassador to Niger is still in the coup-hit Sahel country despite an ultimatum from the new army leaders to leave his post within 48 hours, following his refusal to meet the coup leaders. As the standoff continues between French envoy Sylvain Itte and the military junta, FRANCE 24’s François Picard is joined by Hélène Conway-Mouret, Senator for French citizens living abroad.

Source: France24.com