Russian intervention ends mutiny that threatened Niger’s ruling junta.

Niger’s junta survived a 24‑hour mutiny after renegade soldiers seized hostages at a key base in Niamey and fired near the presidential palace before Russian Africa Corps forces helped the presidential guard retake control. Analysts say the standoff underscored how deeply the junta now relies on Moscow, which has replaced Western partners across the Sahel and focuses on protecting military regimes even as regional security worsens. Russia’s growing presence in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso has strengthened juntas politically while armed groups expand attacks on cities, airports and infrastructure. The episode highlighted the tension between claims of sovereignty and increasing dependence on Russian support, a dynamic that could shape how other African governments view similar partnerships; please confirm details with a trusted source.

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