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Thousands protested against new ECOWAS sanctions in Niger that are devastating the country's food supply chain. The regional Western-backed ECOWAS alliance previously threatened to launch a military invasion of Niger, one of the world's poorest countries, following a coup in July.

The humanitarian situation in the country is deteriorating, according to the UN, with UNICEF stating that 2.3 million people are food insecure. The sanctions have restricted Niger's access to banking services and hindered trade with neighboring countries.

Other countries, including the US, have cut off aid after the fall of the previous pro-western government. Foreign aid accounted for almost half of Niger's annual budget. The sanctions have cut off over 70% of Niger's electricity supplies from Nigeria.

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