An attempted military coup took place in the capital of Niger.

An attempted military coup was reported in Niger's capital, Niamey, on the morning of August 29. According to reports, individual military units attempted to seize control of the airport and the presidential palace grounds.

On the night of August 28-29, gunshots and explosions were heard in various areas of Niamey. There were also reports of an attack on the presidential palace.

According to a security source, the presidential guard successfully repelled an attempt by armed rebels to enter the palace grounds. Bana Wagana Ibrahim, a member of Niger's Consultative Council, called on citizens to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information. He noted that the country's defense and security forces had been placed on high alert.

Local residents also reported intense gunfire and explosions near Military Air Base No. 101 in Niamey. According to eyewitnesses, the firefight lasted for several hours.

Amid these events, Niger's state television channel temporarily suspended broadcasts. Instead of the usual programming, a black image was shown on the screen.

Niger has been under the control of a military junta since the July 2023 coup. Meanwhile, attacks by jihadist groups continue in the country.

Niamey Airport has been attacked at least twice this year. In January, an attack was attributed to the Islamic State in the Sahel, and in June, responsibility was linked to the Jamaat Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen (JNIM).

The circumstances of the recent events in Niger's capital, their causes, and further developments remain unclear. Information is still being clarified.