Mutiny in Niger: calm returns after clashes in Niamey

Gunfire erupted in Niamey during a mutiny pitting soldiers against the presidential guard.

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Algeria sent four fighter jets to support Niger's military regime.

The situation is now under control, but tensions remain within the army.

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