ECOWAS confirms Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger as ongoing members, despite the juntas' claims.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has confirmed that Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger remain integral members of the bloc, despite their military junta's declaration of their intention to withdraw. The ECOWAS Commission has not received any direct notification from the three member states, but they remain important and committed to finding a negotiated solution to the political impasse. The declarations were broadcast on national televisions of Mali and Niger.

January 28, 2024
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