Mutinous soldiers attack Niger's airport and presidency in Niamey
Heavy gunfire and explosions erupted overnight near Diori Hamani International Airport, a critical military hub in the capital. Mutinous soldiers targeted both the airport and the presidency, causing a temporary disruption to state media broadcasts. While the civilian terminal was not hit, satellite imagery confirmed damage to the adjacent military base. The military government later stated that security forces have regained control of the situation after several hours of fighting.
The ruling military council accused France, Benin, and Ivory Coast of sponsoring the assault. Officials also praised Russian forces for their role in defending the capital during the overnight clashes. These explosions and gunfire represent a significant escalation in the country's ongoing security instability.
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