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Benin Says Coup Attempt Foiled After Soldiers Declare Seizure of Power on State TV
In West Africa, Benin’s government today said its armed forces had foiled a coup attempt after a group of soldiers claimed on national television to have seized power. At least eight soldiers, some wearing helmets, appeared on state TV this morning announced that a military committee led by Colonel ...