US Secretary of State Blinken Warns Nigerian Military Leaders of Coup Consequences

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has issued a warning to the military leaders behind the recent coup in Niger, expressing concern over the country's democratic transition and urging a return to civilian rule. The military takeover occurred earlier this month, plunging Niger into a political crisis amid a worsening humanitarian situation. Blinken's statement comes as the international community continues to condemn the coup and calls for a peaceful resolution to the crisis.