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Africa’s coups surge: From failed attempts to full military takeovers since 2020
Africa’s coups surge: From failed attempts to full military takeovers since 2020
Amina Wako  |  Dec 07, 2025

Benin’s government says it foiled an attempted coup in Cotonou after soldiers briefly claimed to oust President Patrice Talon, highlighting growing in...

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