Niger: U.S. Raises Concerns Over Detention Of Bazoum Under ‘Deplorable Conditions’
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<p>The United States Government has raised serious concerns over the detention of ousted Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum and his family under deplorable conditions. Recall that Bazoum-led Nigerien Party for Democracy and Socialism said on Wednesday that the Niger coup leaders were holding the president and his family hostage in their official residence without electricity, water […]</p>
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Niger: U.S. Raises Concerns Over Detention Of Bazoum Under ‘Deplorable Conditions’
The United States Government has raised serious concerns over the detention of ousted Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum and his family under deplorable conditions.
Recall that Bazoum-led Nigerien Party for Democracy and Socialism said on Wednesday that the Niger coup leaders were holding the president and his family hostage in their official residence without electricity, water or fresh food.
Speaking with reporters on Thursday, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the US govt has deep concerns for the health of anf security of Bazoum and his family.
Bliken added that the U.S. informed the coup leaders in Niger that it would hold them responsible if anything happened to Bazoum while in detention.
He said: “We have a deep concern for him, for his family, for his security and well-being.
“We’ve also made it clear to the military leaders that we will hold them responsible for his safety and well-being.”
Bliken also voiced the support of the Joe Biden administration for the efforts of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to restore democratic rule in Niger.
The US. official, however, cautioned that military force should be only the last resort and that diplomacy was the best way to resolve the crisis in the West African country.
He said: “ECOWAS, an organization that brings together West African countries, is playing a key role in making clear the imperative of a return to constitutional order, and we very much support ECOWAS’ leadership and work on this.”
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>The guest list, meanwhile, was stacked with current and former Canadiens players, such as...</p><h3>Cole Caufield</h3><br/><img alt="Cole Caufield in a tuxedo." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="b6787cdebebcb341281dd7d0d6834a4c" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="8ebb8" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/cole-caufield-in-a-tuxedo.jpg?id=61330207&width=980"/><p>Suzuki's linemate and BFF Cole Caufield was fully supportive of his captain, even rocking a No. 14 Habs mug.</p><h3>Carey Price</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMnQHqQuzXH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Legendary Canadiens goalie Carey Price may have only shared the ice with Suzuki for a few seasons, but he and wife Angela secured an invite to the captain's nuptials. </p><h3>Geoff Molson</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMoOPf2KwRV/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Had to invite the boss...</p><p> Canadiens owner Geoff Molson was in attendance and was spotted drinking his favourite beer.</p><h3>Jeff Petry and Jake Allen</h3><br/><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-conversation="none" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1949558305594188099">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>Former Habs like Jeff Petry and backup goalie Jake Allen were also there. Both players were part of Suzuki's early NHL years and were clearly still close enough to make the guest list.</p><h3>Patrik Laine</h3><br/><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-conversation="none" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1949572364347617663">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>Canadiens winger Patrik Laine, who recently tied the knot with longtime girlfriend Jordan Leigh, appeared to be the life of the party, leading a dance circle with his tie wrapped around his head.</p><h3>Lane Hutson</h3><br/><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-conversation="none" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1949233486797123611">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>Rookie sensation Lane Hutson and his girlfriend Kylie rocked an elegant ensemble at the event. However, many social media users were quick to point out that his tie was too short. </p><h3>Ivan Demidov</h3><br/><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1949316905946247611">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>Russian rookie Ivan Demidov may only have a few NHL games under his belt, but he's already attended two team weddings, alongside his partner Katya.</p><h3>Phillip Danault</h3><br/><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-conversation="none" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1949513095744720952">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><p>The last time we saw Phil Danault in a Habs jersey was during the 2021 Stanley Cup Final. The Quebec native's wife Marie-Pierre took to Instagram to show off their wedding-day fits.</p><h3>Chris Wideman and Juraj Slafkovsky</h3><br/><img alt="Photo from Nick Suzuki's wedding" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="59ad180edb39f2ac405b55cc7066e9bf" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="52156" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/photo-from-nick-suzuki-s-wedding.jpg?id=61330181&width=980"/><p>Former Canadiens d-man Chris Wideman was spotted hanging out with a couple of the current roster's young guns, including Juraj Slafkovsky.</p><h3>Brendan Gallagher</h3><br/><img alt="Nick Suzuki's wedding." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="66df3d6afb0fa94aa18b3f19fb282a64" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="361cc" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/nick-suzuki-s-wedding.png?id=61330252&width=980"/><p>Habs veteran Brendan Gallagher was front and centre when it came time to lift Suzuki up over the dance floor. Hey, that's what alternate captains are for!</p><h3>Tyler Toffoli</h3><br/><img alt="Screenshot from Nick Suzuki's wedding" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f9ca8b1825a96d2ba1b1f9dbde9ef6ac" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="fcad4" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/screenshot-from-nick-suzuki-s-wedding.png?id=61330255&width=980"/><p>It's a little hard to make out, but that's ex-Habs forward Tyler Toffoli doing the Limbo.</p><p>Congratulations to both Nick and Caitlin!</p><p>And here's hoping the rest of the team can recover in time for training camp.</p>
