West Africa's ECOWAS Hit by Military Takeovers as Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso Exit

Military governments in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have formally withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), marking a significant departure for the region's regional bloc. The decision was announced by the Nigeria-based regional bloc. The exact reasons behind the withdrawal are not yet clear. The move has sparked concerns about regional stability and economic implications.