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Mutineers at Base 101 in Niamey have been neutralized with Russian Africa Corps ground and air support. The junta maintains control as investigations begin. Analysts warn of ongoing security risks and greater Moscow influence in the Sahel.
Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline remains shut after drone attacks, with authorities citing precautionary measures. Supplies are being rerouted to mitigate disruption, while markets price in potential longer-term supply risk as regional tensions escalate.