Benin soldiers
The group of soldiers calling itself the Military Committee for Refoundation has announced the removal of President Patrice Talon [Screengrab/Al Jazeera]

Published On 7 Dec 20257 Dec 2025

  • Soldiers have appeared on Benin’s state television and announced the dissolution of the government in an apparent coup.
  • The group, which called itself the Military Committee for Refoundation, announced the removal of President Patrice Talon and all state institutions.