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Russia Claims Role in Thwarting Alleged Coup Attempt in Niger
Russian officials have asserted that Moscow provided critical support in helping Nigerien authorities repel a suspected military coup attempt. The claim underscores growing security cooperation between Russia and several West African nations amid shifting geopolitical alliances in the Sahel region.
30 Aug, 16:33 — 30 Aug, 17:15
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Russia says it helped to repel Niger attempted coup
Soldiers tried to attack a key military base early on Saturday morning, authorities say, but were thwarted.
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First report: BBC · 30 Aug, 16:33|Full coverage: 2 · 42m|Window: 42m
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