Authorities in Niger have announced they successfully suppressed a military uprising that began during the night of August 29th at Air Base 101 within Niamey's international airport. The attempted coup involved an attack on the airbase, prompting a response from Nigerien forces. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Russian military personnel participated in repelling the attack. Details surrounding the extent of the rebellion and the roles of those involved remain limited. No information regarding casualties has been released by either Nigerien or Russian officials. The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in the West African nation and the presence of foreign military forces within its borders. This event follows a period of political instability in Niger after a previous coup earlier this year.