Dozens of soldiers were killed or arrested after a group of young troops attempted a mutiny in Niger’s capital in what was seen as a major threat to the country’s ruling junta, according to a state television broadcast and analysts.

Niger’s military says it’s “gradually regaining control” after a mutiny at an army base near the international airport in Niamey.

Niger's defence ministry says armed forces retaking control of sites targeted in overnight attack.

Gunfire and explosions erupted across Niger's capital on Saturday morning. Mutinous soldiers reportedly attacked the airport and areas near the presidency. State television and…

Attack marks the latest threat to the rule of Abdourahamane Tiani