Dozens of Soldiers Killed or Arrested After an Apparent Mutiny in Niger’s Capital, State TV Reports

Dozens of soldiers were killed or arrested after a group of young troops attempted a mutiny in Niger’s capital.

Dozens of Soldiers Killed or Arrested After an Apparent Mutiny in Niger’s Capital, State TV Reports

TL;DR

  • Dozens of soldiers were killed or arrested following an attempted mutiny in Niger's capital.
  • The unrest was apparently staged by young troops unhappy with the junta's handling of militant violence.
  • Russia's Africa Corps provided support to local forces resisting the rebellion.
  • Gunfire and explosions were heard at a military base near the airport and presidential palace.