Gunfire heard at Niger capital's airport
Gunfire and explosions were reported at Niger's Niamey airport early Thursday morning. Residents noted that the incident began around 06:00 local time and lasted for an hour. Authorities have not yet commented, and no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 08:19 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 08:20 UTC
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