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Benin Coup Attempt to Oust Talon Has Been Foiled, Interior Minister Says

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Amelia Nierenberg and Saikou JammehDecember 7, 2025 at 04:27 PM
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On December 7, 2025, Benin's Interior Minister announced that a coup attempt by a small group of soldiers had been thwarted, though the situation remains unclear. The announcement followed reports of gunshots in Cotonou, the capital, and a statement from the American Embassy that it was monitoring unconfirmed coup reports. While the Interior Minister stated that loyal government soldiers maintained control, President Talon has not made a public appearance or statement. Earlier reports indicated that soldiers had declared a seizure of power on state-run television, but the broadcast was not rebroadcast and state media ceased broadcasting. The incident is the latest in a series of instances of political instability in West Africa.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context
Guinea-Bissau 50% Alassane Seidou ×280% Cotonou ×280% Umaro Sissoco Embaló ×280% Patrice Talon ×4100% Benin ×4100%

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coup attempt 100% benin 90% mutiny 70% political instability 70% west africa 60% patrice talon 60% gunshots 50% soldiers 50% government 40%

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New York Times - World
Political Lean
Center-Left (-0.30)
Far LeftCenterFar Right
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90%
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Benin

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