Politics

Algeria Deploys Jets to Niger, Foiling Coup Attempt: President Tebboune Reveals

In a dramatic revelation, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune confirms Algeria dispatched fighter jets to Niger in late August. This decisive military action was aimed at countering a coup attempt by mutineers, underscoring Algeria's firm stance against regional instability and its commitment to preventing unconstitutional power grabs. The move highlights the complex political dynamics shaping West Africa's security landscape.

Al Jazeera Africa·October 3, 2026AI-curated

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune says Algiers deployed warplanes to Niamey in late August following an attack by mutineers.

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