Niger's capital Niamey is calm after soldiers staged a mutiny which was repelled. Loyal forces, aided by Russian troops, quelled the unrest which occurred at the airport. The mutiny appeared to stem from grievances over worsening security and soldier welfare. Neighbors and allies have expressed their full support for Niger's ruling junta. The situation is now stable after the overnight clashes and arrests.

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…