Niger arrests follow rebellion attempt
The Nigerian authorities launched a series of arrests following the thwarted attempt at insurrection in the country. The arrests included a former defense minister, several military personnel, politicians, and journalists, amid escalating tensions and deteriorating security conditions. Demonstrations in Niamey showed support for the ruling council's president, General Abdul Rahman Tiani, who emphasized that what happened was not a rebellion but an attempt to protect national sovereignty. This coincided with renewed armed clashes around the presidential palace and the airport, as military operations continue in an effort to regain control of key strategic locations.
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