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flag Benin foiled a coup attempt on arresting 14 soldiers and ensuring President Patrice Talon's safety.

flag Benin foiled a coup attempt by a small group of soldiers who seized state television, declared the formation of a Military Committee for Refoundation, and claimed to have removed President Patrice Talon. flag The interior minister confirmed the coup was thwarted, with loyalist forces restoring order and arresting 14 individuals. flag Talon, who is set to step down in April 2026, was reported safe. flag Gunfire was heard in Cotonou, and the French and U.S. embassies issued safety warnings. flag Regional bodies including ECOWAS condemned the attempt, which follows a wave of military takeovers across West Africa.

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