Niger military says it regains control after attempted mutiny in capital

Niger's military authorities claimed to be regaining control of the capital Niamey following an attempted mutiny, according to statements released by the armed forces. Gunfire was heard in various parts of the city as the situation unfolded, though details of the uprising remained limited. The military did not immediately provide specifics about the scale of the mutiny or the number of personnel involved. Security forces moved to contain the situation and restore order in the capital, which hosts significant government institutions and military installations. The incident underscores the security challenges facing Niger, a Sahel nation already struggling with extremist insurgencies and political instability. The military's claim to be regaining control suggested the initial phase of the uprising had been contained, though confirmation from independent sources was not immediately available. The situation drew international attention given Niger's strategic importance in the fight against terrorism in West Africa and its hosting of foreign military personnel.