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27/07/2023 06:06 GMT : Niger coup: President Bazoum held by military officers

Niger coup: President Bazoum held by military officers

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Benin's president has arrived in Niger on a mediation mission.

Soldiers in Niger have carried out a military coup and closed the country's borders.

Military officers in Niger have carried out a coup, suspended all state institutions and closed the country's borders. The President Mohamed Bazoum has been held by troops from the presidential guard since early on Wednesday. Benin's president, Patrice Talon, has arrived in the capital Niamey on a mediation mission.

African leaders arrive in Russia for a summit as President Putin seeks to increase Russia’s influence in their continent.

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