Niger Military Clash at Presidential Palace | Pakistan News

Pakistan News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Gunfire erupted across Niamey as military mutineers attempted to storm the presidential palace, only to be repelled by loyal presidential guards — sparking chaos, blocked government buildings, and even a blackout of national TV. Amid Niger’s three-year military rule and a decade-long insurgency, this violent standoff reveals deepening fractures within the armed forces, with hostages taken near the airport and heavy weaponry deployed far beyond typical terrorist arsenals. As the junta scrambles to regain control amid rising regional instability and rival extremist groups vying for power in the…