Niger Requests Assistance of Russian Africa Corps to Suppress Mutiny: Russian Ambassador to Niamey
20:23 29.08.2026 (Updated: 20:24 29.08.2026)
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Niger Requests Assistance of Russian Africa Corps to Suppress Mutiny: Russian Ambassador to Niamey
The request comes from the command of the airbase located at the capital's airport, Viktor Voropaev told Russian media.
At present, all flights at Niamey airport are canceled, he noted.
"The mutineers are ordered to lay down their arms," the ambassador emphasized.
They also attempted to enter the hotel where the MPs participating in the first session of the AES parliament were staying, he added.
On Saturday night, a group of military personnel, in violation of regulations, triggered a mutiny. Explosions were heard in several neighborhoods of Niamey.
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