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Niger's Defense Ministry Clarifies Details on Niamey Gunfire, Calls for Calm

Niger's Defense Ministry Clarifies Details on Niamey Gunfire, Calls for Calm

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Niger's Defense Ministry Clarifies Details on Niamey Gunfire, Calls for Calm A group of soldiers in breach of military regulations "attempted to... 29.08.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Niger's Defense Ministry Clarifies Details on Niamey Gunfire, Calls for Calm A group of soldiers in breach of military regulations "attempted to detain some of their comrades at the 101 Base barracks in Niamey and fired at sensitive sites in the city, the ministry said in a statement.However, "the swift response of the defense forces" made it possible to "gradually regain control of these sites."Minister Salifou Modi urged the population "to remain calm and go about their business freely."Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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