https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/gunfire-blasts-heard-in-attempted-mutiny-in-niger-s-capital-niameyContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/gunfire-blasts-heard-in-attempted-mutiny-in-niger-s-capital-niameyhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/gunfire-blasts-heard-in-attempted-mutiny-in-niger-s-capital-niamey#u52359Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:55:39 +0000The Niger government reports it has contained an attempted mutiny by soldiers following gunfire and explosions in the capital, Niamey. Clashes occurred at the presidential palace and near a military base, with mutinous soldiers also attacking the airport. While the defence minister stated the situation is under control, security forces remain deployed around the airport and some reports indicate the situation is not yet stabilised. The unrest marks a fresh coup threat in the gold and uranium rich nation.Why it mattersNiger experienced a military takeover three years ago. This latest instabilit