WorldNiger special forces personnel from local units took part in mutiny, Russian diplomat says
Russian Ambassador Viktor Voropayev said soldiers from Niger’s special forces units stationed around the country joined the mutiny in Niamey. The group reportedly tried to seize state television, the administrative compound housing the presidential palace and Airbase 101. Authorities suppressed the uprising with help from Russia’s Africa Corps; detainees are being questioned and others remain sought.
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TASS★★★★☆2026-08-31 18:20Original
Niger special forces personnel from local units took part in mutiny, Russian diplomat says