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Added on the 25/01/2022 13:45:29 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Thousands of people gather in Niger's capital to support the coup that toppled the democratically elected government, as Western countries grow increasingly concerned about regional security. In the heart of Niamey, demonstrators, some waving giant Russian flags, chant anti-French slogans at a rally to mark the anniversary of the West African country's independence from France in 1960. IMAGES
The French embassy in Burkina Faso is targeted by angry protesters and a fire breaks-out as the situation remains unclear in Ouagadougou. Burkina Faso's army dismisses a claim by junior officers that they had seized power in the West African country. IMAGES
Protesters gather in Ouagadougou in support of the country's mutinous troops, after soldiers arrested President Roch Marc Christian Kabore and detained him in army barracks a day after staging an uprising. IMAGES
Hundreds of people protest in the Malian capital of Bamako in support of a military coup which deposed President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita on Tuesday. IMAGES
Colombians rally in the center of the capital, in Plaza Bolivar, in support of President Gustavo Petro. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.