https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/niger-mutiny-puts-russia-s-expanding-role-in-the-sahel-to-the-testContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/niger-mutiny-puts-russia-s-expanding-role-in-the-sahel-to-the-testhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/niger-mutiny-puts-russia-s-expanding-role-in-the-sahel-to-the-test#u54930Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:30:37 +0000Niger's ruling junta has regained control of its capital and military infrastructure following a 24-hour mutiny. Soldiers attacked the presidential palace and airport in Niamey, triggering reports of gunfire and explosions across the city. Russia claims it helped repel the coup attempt, with some reports specifically citing the intervention of Africa Corps mercenaries. Algeria also deployed fighter jets to support the junta after the mutiny failed. The government has since confirmed it regained control of the airbase and other military installations.Why it mattersThe incident highlights t