Niger requested assistance from Russia's Africa Corps after an attempted mutiny at a key military base in Niamey. The uprising involved Nigerien soldiers trying to confine comrades and opening fire at strategic sites in the capital. Nigerien forces regained control, and the incident highlighted the base's importance due to its uranium stockpile and location. The mutiny highlights Niger's rapid shift toward Russia for security support since the 2023 coup and expulsion of Western forces.   submitted by   /u/Bakyumu [link]   [comments]