# Gunfire and explosions rock Niger capital during overnight military mutiny

https://mins.news/en/video/37133

- Al Jazeera English, 2026-08-29 21:30 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Idz9hGaPG0g

> Niger’s military government says it is restoring control in Niamey after soldiers staged an overnight mutiny. The rebels attacked the international airport and areas near the presidential palace, and reportedly held several commanders hostage at a nearby military base. The unrest is described as the most serious internal military challenge yet to General Abdourahamane Tiani.

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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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