Russia says it helped to repel Niger attempted coup

Russia stated that its forces assisted in repelling an attempted coup in Niger on Saturday. The incident involved explosions and gunfire in the capital city of Niamey during the early morning hours, with violence reported at a key military airbase and the presidential palace.

Hours after the unrest began, authorities in Niger announced that the rebellion had been contained. The operation involved both Russian forces and Nigerien forces working to secure the capital and suppress the uprising.