*President Patrice Talon of Benin Republic | Photo: West African Democratic Radio The Benin Republic presidency says President Patrice Talon is safe, and the “regular” army is regaining control after a group of soldiers announced a coup early Sunday. Gunshots were heard near Talon’s residence as armoured vehicles deployed in the presidential palace patrolled the precinct. The group, which labelled itself the Military Committee for Refoundation, said the president and all political officeholders have been effectively removed and that all institutions have been dissolved. Talon has been on the saddle…
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