# Dozens of servicemen arrested after attempted mutiny in Niger

https://mins.news/en/item/37423

- TASS, 2026-08-30 09:50 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2179467

> Dozens of servicemen were arrested after Nigerien authorities suppressed a mutiny in Niamey, the Associated Press reported. State broadcaster RTN showed footage of mostly young detainees. AFP said several mutineers were killed as the presidential guard retook Air Base 101, while authorities have not issued official casualty or arrest figures.

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