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Cotonou (Benin) Operation Benin, also known as Operation Cotonou, was a rescue mission carried out by the Lebanese Navy SEALs Regiment in Cotonou, Benin between
Operation_Benin
West African kingdom (1180–1897)
The Kingdom of Benin or Empire of Benin, also known as Great Benin, is a traditional kingdom in southern Nigeria. It has no historical relation to the
Kingdom_of_Benin
Country in West Africa
Benin, officially the Republic of Benin, formerly known as Dahomey, is a country in West Africa. It is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east
Benin
British invasion of the Kingdom of Benin
The Benin Expedition of 1897 was the invasion of the Kingdom of Benin by a British force of 1,200 men under Sir Harry Rawson after the loss of a party
Benin_Expedition_of_1897
President of Benin since 2026
was with a rate of 6.9%, for an amount of €300 million. With this operation, Benin joined the limited number of emerging issuers to have a euro-denominated
Romuald_Wadagni
Combined military forces of Lebanon
interests, engaging in social development activities and undertaking relief operations in coordination with public and humanitarian institutions. The armed forces
Lebanese_Armed_Forces
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
List of equipment of the Lebanese Armed Forces
List_of_equipment_of_the_Lebanese_Armed_Forces
Air warfare branch of Lebanon's military
Lebanese Army. Three F.Mk.70s were made airworthy and resumed combat operations on September 15. Because the main airfield, Rayak Air Base, had been shelled
Lebanese_Air_Force
1975–1990 socialist state in West Africa
Republic of Benin (French: République populaire du Bénin; sometimes translated literally as the Benin Popular Republic or Popular Republic of Benin) was a
People's_Republic_of_Benin
Airport in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon
2026, it is currently being rehabilitated for the resumption of civilian operations alongside its continued military use. Qlayaat airport originally began
René_Mouawad_Airport
Failed overthrow of President Mathieu Kérékou by French-led mercenaries
of the People's Republic of Benin led by Mathieu Kérékou, whose communist party—the People's Revolutionary Party of Benin (PRPB)—was the only allowed
1977_Beninese_coup_attempt
The islamist insurgency in Northern Benin is an insurgency in Northern Benin by al-Qaeda affiliate Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal-Muslimin and to a lesser extent
Islamist insurgency in Northern Benin
Islamist_insurgency_in_Northern_Benin
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Military_ranks_of_Lebanon
Head of the armed forces of Lebanon
Performing operations of employment and on the alert operations when they are decided Implementing preparedness and mobilization operations when announced
Commander of the Lebanese Armed Forces
Commander_of_the_Lebanese_Armed_Forces
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
10th Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
10th_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
2002–2015 airline in Benin
Westair Benin is an airline based in Cotonou, Benin. It was established and started operations in November 2002 and operated regional flights in West Africa
Westair_Benin
Military of Benin
years, the Belgian Armed Forces have had an active programme of co-operation with Benin, offering training and coaching, donating surplus military equipment
Benin_Armed_Forces
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Republican_Guard_(Lebanon)
Airport in Lebanon
1976, and it was intended to accommodate joint-military and civilian operations. However, before completion, it came under control of the Syrian Army
Wujah_Al_Hajar_Air_Base
Military unit
conducting a tactical maneuver during which soldiers perform an airborne operation using helicopters on a specific area to perform a mission, given that
Lebanese_Commando_Regiment
Lebanese military officer and politician
2007, he gained recognition as a brilliant Officer during the 15-week operation against Fatah al-Islam in Nahr al-Bared camp in northern Lebanon. In addition
Chamel_Roukoz
Maritime warfare branch of Lebanon's military
and early warning to security forces participating in joint military operations; and protecting natural resources and national interests along the coast
Lebanese_Navy
Unidentified flag of West African origin
West African flag was brought to Britain after the Benin Expedition of 1897 against the Kingdom of Benin. Debate exists over the origin of the flag, including
Unidentified flag from the Kingdom of Benin
Unidentified_flag_from_the_Kingdom_of_Benin
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
7th Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
7th_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
Military unit
The Lebanese Special Operations Command (LSOCOM) (Arabic: قيادة القوات الخاصة اللبنانية Kiyadat al Kouwat al Khasa al Loubnanya) is the unified combatant
Lebanese Special Operations Command
Lebanese_Special_Operations_Command
Lebanese major general (1953–2007)
led the Lebanese Army operation in Dinnieh in 2000. He gained recognition as a brilliant commander during the 15-week operation against Fatah al-Islam
François_al-Hajj
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
List of former equipment of the Lebanese Armed Forces
List_of_former_equipment_of_the_Lebanese_Armed_Forces
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Lebanese Army Military Academy
Lebanese_Army_Military_Academy
Airport in Rayak, Lebanon
airfield was located in the strategically well-positioned town of Rayak for Operation ‘Pascha II’ during World War I. After its liberation by the allies in
Rayak_Air_Base
Airport in Beirut, Lebanon
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Beirut_Air_Base
On 7 December 2025, several soldiers of the Benin Armed Forces (FAB) led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri announced on national television the overthrow
2025_Beninese_coup_attempt
TV channel and radio operator in Benin
de Télévision du Bénin (SRTB S.A), formerly known as Radiodiffusion du Dahomey and Office de Radiodiffusion et Télévision du Bénin (ORTB) is a mainstream
Société de radio et de télévision du Bénin
Société_de_radio_et_de_télévision_du_Bénin
Oil pipeline in West Africa
CNPC and is in operation since November 2011. From Zinder, the pipeline continues westward until turning south towards the border with Benin. The Nigerien
Niger–Benin_Oil_Pipeline
Naval base in Beirut, Lebanon
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Beirut_Naval_Base
Television channel
Bénin TV (BTV) is the main channel of SRTB, Benin's state broadcaster. Prior to 2025, it was named as ORTB Télévision Nationale. The channel broadcasts
Bénin_TV
Bilateral relations
Benin–Denmark relations refers to the current and historical relations between Benin and Denmark. In 2007, the Danish development aid to Benin amounted
Benin–Denmark_relations
Airline of Benin
Zircon Airways Benin was an airline based in Benin. It was founded in 2001 and ceased operations in 2002. IATA Code: Z4 ICAO Code: BZW (not current) Callsign:
Zircon_Airways_Benin
Military Base in Beirut
regional elements are positioned in the military base, including equipment, operation, intelligence, and conscription, in addition to other minor branches.
Mohammad_Zgheib_military_base
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
3rd Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
3rd_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
Government ministry of Lebanon
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Ministry of National Defense (Lebanon)
Ministry_of_National_Defense_(Lebanon)
Bilateral relations
Benin–Russia relations are the bilateral relations between Benin and Russia. The Soviet Union recognised the Republic of Dahomey as an independent and
Benin–Russia_relations
2003 aviation accident in Benin
aircraft during its operation with UTA. Flight 141 was a chartered passenger flight from the Guinean capital of Conakry, Benin's largest city of Cotonou
UTA_Flight_141
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
6th Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
6th_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
5th Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
5th_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
Surface-to-air missile
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Cedar_rocket
Air warfare branch of Benin's military
Benin Air Force (French: Forces Aériennes du Bénin or FAB) is the aerial service branch of the Benin Armed Forces. It was formed in 1960 when Benin gained
Benin_Air_Force
Lebanese Army unit
the LAF Northern Command tasked the Second Brigade of internal security operations in Tripoli, where tensions remained high between local Islamist and secular
2nd Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
2nd_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
services commencing in 1906; rail operation was taken into government control (from private companies) in 1930. Benin does not currently share railway
Rail_transport_in_Benin
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
9th Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
9th_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
George al-Nghayweh military base
George_al-Nghayweh_military_base
President of Lebanon from 2008 to 2014
the land and sea crossover, this operation carried out accurately and faithfully and at the conclusion of the operation on the second of October, the Lebanese
Michel_Suleiman
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Fouad Shehab Command and Staff College
Fouad_Shehab_Command_and_Staff_College
Lebanese army base in Tripoli, Lebanon
and the Third Armored Regiment. Later, a brigade previously used for operations was established, named the Second Brigade and was given its command to
Bahjat_Ghanem_military_base
Country in West Africa
Climate of Benin Ecoregions in Benin Protected areas of Benin National parks of Benin Wildlife of Benin Fauna of Benin Birds of Benin Mammals of Benin Glaciers
Outline_of_Benin
Airline of Benin
Aero Benin was an airline, based in Benin but registered in Germany, which carried out land and sea freight as well as passenger services. As of 8 April
Aero_Benin
Bilateral relations
Benin–Kenya relations are bilateral relations between Benin and Kenya. Both nations are members of the African Union and the United Nations. In 2017,
Benin–Kenya_relations
Beninese politician, former president (1933–2015)
who served as president of the People's Republic of Benin from 1972 to 1991 and the Republic of Benin from 1996 to 2006. After seizing power in a military
Mathieu_Kérékou
CIA sub-project of Project MKUltra studying the effects of LSD
Operation Midnight Climax was a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) sub-project of the illegal Project MKUltra, the CIA mind-control research program that
Operation_Midnight_Climax
Benin is predominantly a rural society, and agriculture in Benin supports more than 70% of the population. Agriculture contributes around 25.4% of the
Agriculture_in_Benin
Military museum in Yarze, Lebanon
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Lebanese_Military_Museum
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Lebanese_Army_Naval_Academy
Nigerian airline
Abuja and Lagos, with further destinations including Port Harcourt, Owerri, Benin City and Kano announced. In industry reporting, Enugu Air was described
Enugu_Air
French rescue operation in West Africa
the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara in Pendjari National Park, Benin. The operation successfully freed four hostages, including two French nationals
Gorom-Gorom_rescue_operation
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Lebanese Army Skiing and Mountain Fighting School
Lebanese_Army_Skiing_and_Mountain_Fighting_School
Economic-military crisis following 2023 Nigerien coup
The Benin–Niger crisis is an ongoing diplomatic crisis that was triggered by the coup d'état in Niger in July 2023, which overthrew elected Nigerien President
Benin–Niger_crisis
1976 Israeli counter-terrorist operation
The Entebbe raid, also known as Operation Entebbe and officially codenamed Operation Thunderbolt (subsequently Operation Yonatan), was a 3 July 1976 Israeli
Entebbe_raid
Drinking water supply and sanitation in Benin has been subject to considerable progress since the 1990s, in particular in rural areas, where coverage
Water supply and sanitation in Benin
Water_supply_and_sanitation_in_Benin
Military unit
1983 to 1990, the 8th Brigade made its reputation in mounting offensive operations based on mobility, speed and surprise. The 8th Brigade won its fame in
8th Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
8th_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Lebanese Air Force Aviation School
Lebanese_Air_Force_Aviation_School
Nigerian airline
airline based in Benin City, Nigeria. The carrier was established in 1983 with a fleet of BAC-One Eleven 300s and started charter operations in September
Okada_Air
Conflict between Benin and Akure kingdoms in 1818
The Akure–Benin War of 1818 was a conflict between the Benin and Akure in what is now southwestern Nigeria. Its origins are connected to earlier political
Akure–Benin_War
on ground. Supplying food, lubricants and performing search and rescue operations. Accomplishing all required tasks for preserving the Cedar forest area
Youssef_Rahmeh_military_base
Lebanese military base
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Nohra al-Shalouhi military base
Nohra_al-Shalouhi_military_base
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
4th Infantry Brigade (Lebanon)
4th_Infantry_Brigade_(Lebanon)
The Cinema of Benin refers to the film industry of the Republic of Benin in West Africa. Sources differ as to the which was the first Beninese film, with
Cinema_of_Benin
Coup to depose Prime Minister Mohammed Mosaddegh
Kingdom (MI6), under the codename Operation Boot and the United States (CIA), under the codename TP-AJAX Project or Operation Ajax. A key motive was to protect
1953_Iranian_coup_d'état
particularly informal transit trade, plays an important role in Benin's economy. Benin serves as a delivery corridor for West Africa reaching more than
Foreign_trade_of_Benin
Beninese politician; President of Benin (1968-1969)
in Benin with a group of armed men led by renowned French mercenary "Colonel" Bob Denard. The operation, called Opération Crevette (or Operation Shrimp)
Émile_Derlin_Zinsou
Nigerian political and religious organization
Black Movement of Africa (NBM), it was established at the University of Benin (Benin City, Edo State) as part of the Pan-African movement in 1977. The BBC
Black_Axe_(confraternity)
Military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Lebanese Army Teaching Institute
Lebanese_Army_Teaching_Institute
CIA-backed deposition of Jacobo Árbenz
authoritarian rulers in Guatemala. The coup was precipitated by a CIA covert operation code-named PBSuccess. The Guatemalan Revolution began in 1944, after a
1954_Guatemalan_coup_d'état
Lebanese Armed Forces military unit
Defense Special Operations Command Ranks Commanders History Operations Lebanese Civil War Operation "Dinnieh" Operation "Benin" 2006 war Operation "Nahr el Bared"
Lebanese Army High Center for Military Sport
Lebanese_Army_High_Center_for_Military_Sport
et du Numérique; ASIN) is a social and scientific public institution in Benin. It was created by Decree No. 2022-324 of June 1, 2022, merging the Digital
Information Systems and Digital Agency (Benin)
Information_Systems_and_Digital_Agency_(Benin)
ceased operations are included and noted as defunct. Cotonou is the largest city and economic capital of Benin. Cotton field in northern Benin Benin Golf
List_of_companies_of_Benin
Augustine Obiora Akubeze, 69, Nigerian Roman Catholic prelate, archbishop of Benin City (since 2011). José Bada Panillo, 97, Spanish politician, minister of
Deaths_in_2026
French military mission in Africa (2014–2022)
Operation Barkhane (French: Opération Barkhane) was a counterinsurgency operation that started on 1 August 2014 and formally ended on 9 November 2022
Operation_Barkhane
Marine special operations group of the Lebanese Army
the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF). They are part of the Lebanese Special Operations Command (LSOCOM). Established with assistance from the United States Navy
Marine_Commandos
Chief in the ancient Benin Empire
was left of the ancient kingdom of Benin after the Benin Massacre and the subsequent military operation against Benin that destroyed most of the city in
Izevbokun_Oshodin
Westernmost region of the African continent
Africa. The United Nations defines Western Africa as the 16 countries of Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory
West_Africa
Nigerian military operation
Agbor, the Biafrans split up. With the 12th Battalion moving west capturing Benin City and Ore, the 18th Battalion swung south, taking Warri, Sapele and Ughelli
Midwest_Invasion_of_1967
Roman Catholic archdiocese in Nigeria
became Apostolic Vicariate of Bight of Benin. The land was severe for the missionaries and the conditions of operations was not helped by the Franco-Prussian
Archdiocese_of_Lagos
Militant jihadist organisation
presently expanding southward into coastal West African countries, including Benin and Togo. Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM) was formed as a coalition
Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin
Jama'at_Nusrat_al-Islam_wal-Muslimin
Calendar year
leaves at least 25 people dead and 50 injured. December 7 – Elements of the Benin Armed Forces, led by Pascal Tigri, announce a coup d'état against president
2025
Subsidiary arik air of Nigeria airline
airline suspended operations in February 2010. Arik Niger served the following destinations from Niamey before ceasing operations: Benin Cotonou - Cadjehoun
Arik_Niger
West African regional co-operation forum
African regional co-operation forum established in May 1959 by Côte d'Ivoire, Niger, Upper Volta (now Burkina Faso) and Dahomey (now Benin), and joined in
Conseil_de_l'Entente
1979 Soviet assassination of Afghan leader Hafizullah Amin
Operation Storm-333 (Russian: Шторм-333, Shtorm-333) was a military raid executed by the Soviet Union in Afghanistan on 27 December 1979. Special forces
Operation_Storm-333
Benin–United Kingdom relations encompass the diplomatic, economic, and historical interactions between the Republic of Benin and the United Kingdom of
Benin–United Kingdom relations
Benin–United_Kingdom_relations
Airline of Benin (2000–2016)
Trans Air Benin — national air transport company, operating regular and irregular passenger. Trans Air Bénin was founded in November 2000. Operated a leased
Trans_Air_Benin
Place
Koalou or Kourou is a neutral zone between Benin and Burkina Faso containing the villages of Koalou, Niorgou I, and Niorgou II. The 68 km2 area of land
Koalou
Ethnic group in West Africa
Káàárọ̀-oòjíire) are a West African ethnic group who inhabit parts of Nigeria, Benin, and Togo, a region collectively called Yorubaland. The Yoruba constitute
Yoruba_people
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