The Nigerien government has accused the EU of unilaterally allocating the funds to several NGOs without proper consultation. The government has expressed concerns about the transparency and fairness of the distribution process.
In response to the accusations, the EU recalled its ambassador to Brussels for consultations. The EU maintains that the aid was distributed in a neutral and impartial manner through established humanitarian organizations.
The dispute has further strained relations between Niger and the EU, which have been tense since the recent military coup. Both sides are now engaged in a diplomatic standoff, with each accusing the other of undermining humanitarian principles and national sovereignty.
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