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Benin Says Attempted Coup Foiled After Soldiers Seize State TV

The failed putsch comes weeks before a leadership transition set for early 2026 in a region rattled by recent coups.

Esta captura de video, tomada de imágenes difundidas por Benin TV, muestra a soldados del “Comité Militar para la Refundación” (CMR), al momento de declarar su golpe
Ejército de Benín frustró intento de golpe de Estado de un grupo de militares a presidente que lleva casi 10 años en el poder
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Overview

  • The interior minister said a small group of soldiers tried to destabilize state institutions but loyal forces frustrated the attempt and urged civilians to resume normal activities.
  • At least a dozen soldiers were detained, with some reports citing 13 arrests, and alleged leader Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri was reported to have fled.
  • Mutinous troops briefly took over the public broadcaster in Cotonou, cut the TV and radio signal, and declared a military committee before the signal was restored.
  • The French embassy reported gunfire near Camp Guezo by the presidential residence, and foreign missions advised residents to stay cautious.
  • ECOWAS and the African Union condemned the move and backed constitutional order, and President Patrice Talon was reported safe, later telling the nation the situation was under control.