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Niger Reclaims Control of Airbase After Soldier Mutiny
Niger's government says it has regained control of a key airbase following a mutiny by soldiers. The situation has been contained with no further details on casualties.
30 Aug, 11:08 — 30 Aug, 13:55
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Daily NationMostly Factual1h ago
Niger says it regains control of airbase after soldiers mutiny
Explosions and gunfire rang out across Niamey early on Saturday, including around the presidency.
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Niger says it regains control of airbase after soldiers mutiny
Niger said it had regained control of a key military airbase in the capital Niamey after an attack by mutinous soldiers on Saturday, in the latest challenge to military ruler Abdourahamane Tiani as his government struggles to contain a jihadist insurgency.
By Emmanuel Tetteh
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