The US has expressed concern over Niger's military rulers' threat to charge detained President Mohamed Bazoum, stating that it would worsen tensions and hinder a peaceful resolution. The State Department spokesman criticized the move as unwarranted and unjustified, emphasizing the importance of respecting constitutional order and the rule of law. The West African regional bloc ECOWAS has imposed sanctions on Niger and authorized the deployment of a standby military force to reverse the coup. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken commended ECOWAS' efforts and supported maintaining pressure on Niger's military leaders.

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