Gunfire and explosions reported at Niamey airport in Niger
Explosions and gunfire have been reported at the airport in Niger's capital, Niamey, in what residents described as an attack that was repelled by the army. Witnesses said the shooting began around 06:00 local time near the airport entrance, and that soldiers were later pursuing fleeing assailants. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident.People in the area told reporters they heard the first gunshots while at a mosque, and said the situation was later brought under control. The authorities had not commented publicly at the time of the report. The airport has been targeted before, including in January when... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 09:32 LONDON
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