SpainA group of military personnel attempted a coup in Niger on Saturday, attacking the Presidential Palace, the international airport Diori Hamani, and Base 101 in Niamey, the capital. The attackers faced strong resistance from loyal troops under President General Abdourahamane Tiani, who reportedly regained control according to the government. Fighting began in the early morning and continued into the morning hours. In a televised statement, Defense Minister Salifou Modi confirmed a mutiny by soldiers at Base 101, who allegedly kidnapped some comrades and fired at sensitive sites in Niamey.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of the military attempt without overtly criticizing or praising any side. It reports both the actions of the insurgents and the government's response, citing official sources such as the government and the defense minister. There is no clear ideological slant,
