Benin Presidency Foils Coup Attempt, President Safe as Army Regains Control
The Benin Presidency announced the foiling of a coup attempt, ensuring President Patrice Talon's safety and the army's control restoration. Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri declared a military committee to overthrow the government, including the arrest of security head Djimon Tevoedjr.
The incident marks the latest in West Africa's military control challenges.
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