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Military in Benin removes President Talon from power

Military officers in Benin announced on state television the removal of President Patrice Talon from office, who has ruled the country since 2016. The military stated they are taking over the country due to 'growing political crises'.

Military in Benin removes President Talon from power

Military officers announced on state television in Benin that President Patrice Talon has been removed from office. He has been ruling the country since 2016...

The military stated that they are taking over the country due to "growing political crises." They called for calm and promised to form a transitional government.

President of Benin Patrice Talon came to power in 2016. Last year, he was re-elected for a second term. The removal from office comes against the backdrop of mass protests and political instability in the country.

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