Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said he opposes a military intervention in Niger against coup leaders, warning that it could lead to instability in the region.

The foreign military action, which is being considered by the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas), would not be "right", Erdogan told journalists who travelled with him to Hungary on Sunday.

"Mali and Burkina Faso have also warned that such a military intervention would mean declaring war against them. Military intervention in Niger would mean the spread of instability to many African countries," he said.

The Turkish president added that he supports the return to "constitutional order and a democratic administration" as soon as possible.

"I believe that the people of Niger will stand up for democracy and go to elections as soon as possible," he said. "As Turkey, we will continue to stand by the friendly and brotherly people of Niger."

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