Benin coup attempt foiled, regional forces deployed
Benin's government thwarts a military mutiny as Ecowas deploys troops. President Talon says situation is 'under control' after soldiers announced dissolution on state TV. Read the latest.
Benin's government thwarts a military mutiny as Ecowas deploys troops. President Talon says situation is 'under control' after soldiers announced dissolution on state TV. Read the latest.
Benin's government says armed forces have foiled a coup attempt after soldiers appeared on national TV claiming power. Gunfire heard in Cotonou. Follow the latest developments.
Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri hijacked Benin's state broadcaster to announce the overthrow of President Patrice Talon. The army claims it is regaining control. Latest updates.
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Ernestas Juska, 21, receives life sentence for murdering family friend Nina Denisova, 39, in Dartford. Judge cites 'extreme impact' of violent pornography.
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Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro starts a 27-year prison term for leading a failed coup attempt after losing the 2022 election. Read the full story for details on his conviction and incarceration.
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro begins a 27-year prison sentence for leading a criminal conspiracy to overthrow democracy. Discover the full story and implications.
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Two Texas men face federal charges for allegedly plotting a violent coup on Haiti's Gonâve island, planning to use homeless people and commit atrocities. Read the shocking details.
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