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Benin foiled a coup attempt with President Talon restoring control amid regional support and arrests.
Benin’s government and military foiled a coup attempt led by a group calling itself the Military Committee for Refoundation, which briefly seized state television and claimed to have removed President Patrice Talon.
Loyal forces regained control, with Nigeria and other ECOWAS nations deploying military support, including air operations.
The government reported 14 arrests, no confirmed casualties, and restored order, while Talon remained unharmed.
The coup plotters cited deteriorating security in northern Benin and grievances over military neglect.
The incident, occurring ahead of the 2026 presidential election, drew regional condemnation and highlighted growing instability in West Africa.
Benín frustró un intento de golpe de Estado con el presidente Talon restaurando el control en medio del apoyo regional y los arrestos.