Event Brief
Niger regains control of Niamey military airbase after mutiny
By The BriefBrief · Sources (13)
Filed: Aug 30, 2026 at 6:05 AM ET
Summary: Niger said it regained control of a key military airbase in Niamey after mutinous soldiers attacked it on Saturday. Explosions and gunfire were reported across Niamey, including near the presidency. The airbase hosts military aircraft and drones, a counter-terrorism unit of the Alliance of Sahel States, and Russian and Italian forces.
WHO: Niger
WHAT: Niger said it regained control of the military airbase in Niamey after an attack by mutinous soldiers.
WHEN: Aug 30, 2026
WHERE: Niamey, Niger
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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