Niger’s putschists may end up warring with ECOWAS—but it is jihadists who will win

image: EPATHE ECONOMIC COMMUNITY OF WEST AFRICAN STATES may yet try to restore President Mohamed Bazoum militarily. Either way, Niger’s status as a bulwark against jihadism is threatened. America’s Republican hopefuls are courting Moms for Liberty, a pressure group with some outlandish ideas; we meet a few of them (10:51). And the design principles of a good flag (19:33). Runtime: 27 minListen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google | TuneInFor full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, try a free 30-day digital subscription by going to www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer

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Niger’s putschists may end up warring with ECOWAS—but it is jihadists who will win
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THE ECONOMIC COMMUNITY OF WEST AFRICAN STATES may yet try to restore President Mohamed Bazoum militarily. Either way, Niger’s status as a bulwark against jihadism is threatened. America’s Republican hopefuls are courting Moms for Liberty, a pressure group with some outlandish ideas; we meet a few of them (10:51). And the design principles of a good flag (19:33). Runtime: 27 min

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