France is closing its embassy in Niger indefinitely as tensions between the two countries escalate.
The embassy says it is no longer able to function normally or fulfil its missions" due to restrictions imposed by Niger's military government.
former French ambassador Sylvain Itté says Local embassy staff have also been dismissed.
The embassy had been attacked by thousands of pro-junta protestors shortly after the coup but were dispersed by Nigerien forces before they could enter the building.
Under Mr Bazoum, France had more than 1,500 troops stationed in Niger to help fight jihadist groups linked to both al-Qaeda and Islamic State.