Explosions and gunfire reported in Niger's capital Niamey
Militants reportedly attack international airport and attempt to breach presidential palace security perimeter
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Explosions and prolonged gunfire were heard early Saturday in several areas of Niger's capital, Niamey, as militants reportedly attacked the international airport and the presidential palace.
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Explosions and gunfire erupted in Niger's capital, Niamey, targeting the international airport and presidential palace.
PRETORIA, August 29. /TASS/. Explosions and prolonged gunfire were heard early Saturday morning in several areas of Niger’s capital, Niamey, Reuters reported.
The cause of the incident remains unclear. According to an agency source in the security services, militants attacked the capital’s international airport and attempted to breach the security perimeter around the presidential palace.
Reports indicate that gunfire around the presidential palace was intense and continuous. Videos posted online show armored vehicles deployed near the airport. The airport is home to the country’s largest air force base, known as Base 101.
Open Questions
- Who are the militants responsible for the attacks?
- What is the current status of the presidential palace and airport?
- Are there any casualties?
