Thirty-five people were killed in an attack on Niger's Diori Hamani International Airport in the capital, Niamey, on Thursday. Residents reported hearing explosions and gunshots shortly after morning prayers. This is the second attack on the airport in less than five months, with an ISIS-linked group claiming responsibility for a previous attack.
Explosions and gunfire were reported at Niger's capital airport in Niamey on Thursday morning. Residents stated the army repelled the attack, and authorities are now pursuing fleeing assailants. This incident follows a similar attack in January.
Gunfire was heard at Niger's airport early Thursday, with witnesses reporting the sounds originated from the entrance. The army reportedly repelled the attack, and is now pursuing the fleeing assailants. No group has claimed responsibility, but an IS affiliate attacked the same airport in January.
