Pro-military regime supporters stage a demonstration in support of General Abdourahamane Tiani (not seen) outside the Place de la Concertation in Niamey, on August 30, 2026. The head of the African Union on September 1 voiced his concern after a failed mutiny in Niger, condemning any attempt to seize power by force. Niger has been run by General Abdourahamane Tiani since a coup in July 2023 that toppled the elected president Mohamed Bazoum, who has been detained ever since. (Photo by BOUREIMA HAMA / AFP via Getty Images)