WorldNiger junta says it has regained control after mutiny

Gunfire and explosions were reported in Niger’s capital, Niamey, after mutinying soldiers tried to storm the presidential palace in a challenge to the ruling junta. The government said it had retaken control following hours of fighting on Saturday.

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