Soldiers in Benin announced the dissolution of the government, removed President Patrice Talon, and installed a Military Committee for Refoundation led by Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri.
Benin coup attempt live: Soldiers on state TV claim to have toppled Talon
Soldiers announced removal of President Patrice Talon and dissolution of all state institutions, declaring a Military Committee for Refoundation and appearing on Benin state television.
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