Niamey, Niger – Niger’s main airport, Diori Hamani International Airport, was targeted in a rare attack claimed by the Islamic State (IS) group, underscoring the growing reach of jihadist violence into the capital. The assault, which took place on Thursday, January 29, 2026, was repelled by Nigerien soldiers with the…
Niamey, Niger – Residents of Niger’s capital endured hours of heavy overnight gunfire near Diori Hamani International Airport, fuelling fears of a possible jihadist attack in the city. Witnesses reported sustained gunfire and several explosions erupting in the early hours of Thursday before gradually subsiding after several hours. By Thursday…