Thwarted Mutiny in Niger Exposes Junta's Dependence on Russian Africa Corps

Niger's thwarted mutiny highlights junta's dependence on Russia

A failed mutiny in Niger over the weekend shows how important Russia's Africa Corps mercenaries are in the country, according to analysts. They argue that the failed mutiny on Saturday shows how the country's security landscape has worsened and contradicts claims from Niger's junta about the country's independence from foreign powers.

By FRANCE 24