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Benin’s President Patrice Talon addressed the nation on state television on December 7, 2025, following an attempted military coup. He assured citizens that the situation was under control and urged them to resume their normal activities, promising the maintenance of security and public order throughout the country. The news was reported by The Hindu on December 8, 2025.

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Benin President Assures Nation After Attempted Coup

Cotonou, Benin – December 8, 2025 – Benin’s President Patrice Talon addressed the nation on state television Sunday (December 7, 2025) following an attempted military coup earlier in the day. Talon sought to reassure citizens, stating that the situation was “completely under control” and urged them to “calmly go about your activities starting this very evening.”

“I would like to assure you that the situation is completely under control,” President Talon said on Benin TV. He also pledged that “security and public order will be maintained throughout the national territory.”

Details of the attempted coup remain scarce, but the President’s address suggests that it was quickly contained. Authorities have yet to release information regarding those involved or their motives.

The Hindu has published the information on its website as part of their e-Paper section called “The View From India Looking at World Affairs from the Indian perspective.” The situation is being closely monitored both domestically and internationally.

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