Which three nations most recently declared their intention to leave the West African States Economic Community?
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger
2024 January
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The Economic Community of West African States announced the withdrawal of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. After their militaries overthrew their governments in recent coups, the three nations accused ECOWAS of enforcing "illegitimate, inhumane, and irresponsible" sanctions against them. The sanctions have harmed the economies of the affected nations by restricting trade and border movements. The three nations' exit could make the regional bloc weaker and tensions higher.