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Russia says its African Corps helped Nigerien forces suppress an attempted coup in Niamey on Saturday. Explosions and gunfire were reported near a key military airbase and the presidential palace, while authorities said the rebellion was contained. The number of mutineers and casualties remains unknown.
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Russia says it helped Niger repel attempted coup
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