Niger says it regains control of airbase after soldiers mutiny
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Niger regained control of an airbase following a mutiny within its armed forces, highlighting internal tensions amid ongoing battles against West African al Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates. The incident underscores the instability and security challenges in the region.
The attack highlighted tensions within Niger’s armed forces, which have suffered repeated battlefield losses while fighting West Africa’s al Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates
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