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Niger· NiameyMutiny in Niger capital Niamey: Soldiers attack airport and presidential palace
Soldiers launched an attack on the international airport and presidential palace in Niamey, Niger, leading to gunfire and explosions, in what appears to be a challenge to the military government.
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Mutiny in Niger capital Niamey: Soldiers attack airport and presidential palace
First report 13h agoLast update 5h agoReports confirm a military mutiny in Niamey with attacks on key locations, but authorities claim to be regaining control and containing the uprising.
The Nigerien junta is reportedly regaining control, specifically over Air Base 101, with assistance from Russia's African Corps, including drone attacks.
Public gatherings are taking place in Niamey, with residents mobilizing to express support for President Abdourahamane Tiani.
Turkey's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is closely monitoring the violence in Niger, calling for restraint and hoping for a swift return to calm, while affirming solidarity with the Nigerien people.
Russia's embassy in Niamey has confirmed that Niger's junta requested assistance from the African Corps against the mutineers, though military aid is not yet confirmed.
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