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Aug 31, 2026 at 2:13 PM ET

Russia says Niger requested help to quell mutiny

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In a viral video interview, Viktor Voropaïev, Russia’s ambassador to Niger, said the Nigerien government asked for Russian assistance to quelling a mutiny that lasted for hours between 28 and 29 August. He described the request as part of efforts to stop the unrest.
WHO: Viktor Voropaïev, Russian ambassador to Niger
WHAT: Says Nigerien government requested Russian assistance to help quell a mutiny lasting hours between 28 and 29 August
WHEN: Aug 29, 2026
WHERE: Niger
WHY: Cause not yet established.
Sources (2): ABC News, AllAfrica

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