Dozens Die in Niger Airport Attack

Dozens Die in Niger Airport Attack Gunmen attacked Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, resulting in 13 deaths, including 11 security personnel and two civilians. Security forces thwarted the attack, neutralizing 22 assailants and arresting about 20 suspects, recovering heavy weaponry. The al-Qaeda affiliate Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) has reportedly claimed responsibility.

• An assault on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, resulted in 13 fatalities (11 security, 2 civilians) and 4 injuries.
• 22 assailants were neutralized, and approximately 20 suspects were arrested.
• Heavy weapons, rocket-propelled grenade launchers, and assault rifles were recovered.
• Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack.
• Niger’s transitional authorities and allies accuse France of sponsoring terrorist groups.
• The airport was previously raided by IS fighters in January.
• Niger’s transitional leader accused France, Benin, and Ivory Coast of sponsoring the January assault.
• The African Union condemned the attack and pledged solidarity with Niger.