Gunfire and explosions heard at Niger capital's airport

Gunfire and explosions have been reported at the airport in Niger's capital, sparking concerns of a potential attack. The incident occurs in a country that has been battling a militant Islamist insurgency for over a decade. Niger's airport has been targeted before, with a similar attack by suspected jihadists taking place in January. The country remains on high alert due to ongoing security threats.

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