This is reported by TASS.

"France declares its full support for all decisions taken at the extraordinary summit of the heads of state and government of ECOWAS," the agency reports.

According to the statement, the leaders of the countries of the community also intend to achieve the immediate release of President Bazoum and members of his family.

Earlier, ECOWAS allowed the use of force against Niger.

It was also reported that ECOWAS supports the early start of a military intervention operation in Niger.

In addition, the rebel authorities of Niger accused France of violating the airspace.