WorldNiger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia

Niger’s failed mutiny revealed deep grievances within the armed forces and showed how President Abdourahamane Tiani’s government increasingly depends on Russian backing when threatened from within. Russian Africa Corps personnel and equipment helped loyalist forces retake Air Base 101 in Niamey; at least 27 people were killed and about 100 mutineers arrested.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-14 02:02Original