# Niger junta says it has regained control after mutiny

https://mins.news/en/item/37372

- France 24, 2026-08-30 08:41 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/niger-junta-says-back-in-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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- [Niger Military Mutiny and Political Unrest](https://mins.news/en/topic/niger-military-mutiny) — Markdown: https://mins.news/en/topic/niger-military-mutiny.md

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