West Africa: Ecowas Tries Negotiations With Niger's Coup Leaders but Analysts Skeptical

[VOA] Abuja, Nigeria -- The West African bloc ECOWAS is seeking to hold talks with Niger's military government and chart a course forward following the country's July coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. The bloc is pushing for Bazoum's release and a shorter path back to democratic rule, but analysts worry they may not succeed.