Niger: Niger's Failed Coup Exposes Cracks in the Military

[DW] The failed coup in Niger has brought deep divisions within the military to light. As Russia's support highlights the junta's fading influence, soldiers continue to face jihadi attacks, poor equipment and little pay.

The failed coup in Niger brings deep divisions within the military to light. As Russia's support highlights the junta's fading influence, soldiers continue to face jihadist attacks, poor equipment and little pay.

“The Government of Nigeria views with deep concern the current political and security situation in the Republic of Niger."

Under threat for a day, the regime in Niamey has managed to stop a coup attempt, with help from its Russian allies in Africa Corps. However, the mutiny underscores its fragility at a time that the country is facing attacks from several jihadist groups.

Under threat for a day, the regime in Niamey has managed to stop a coup attempt, with help from its Russian allies in Africa Corps. However, the mutiny underscores its fragility at a time that the country is facing attacks from several jihadist groups.

Nigeria expresses deep concern over the ongoing political crisis in Niger following an attempted coup, urging a return to constitutional order for regional