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About 200 West African Troops Deployed to Benin After Failed Coup

About 200 West African soldiers, mainly from Nigeria and Ivory Coast, are currently in Benin to support security operations following Sunday’s failed coup attempt, according to the country’s foreign minister.…

Benin Foils Coup Attempt as Two Hostages Freed and Manhunt Intensifies

Authorities in Benin are intensifying their search for the soldiers behind Sunday’s attempted coup, as reports confirm that two senior military officials who were taken hostage have now been released.…