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Thirty-five killed as gunmen attack Niger's biggest airport

BBC News·June 18, 2026
Thirty-five killed as gunmen attack Niger's biggest airport

Gunmen have attacked Niger's largest airport, resulting in the deaths of 35 people. The country has been battling a militant Islamist insurgency for the past decade. The same airport was targeted by suspected jihadists in January, highlighting the ongoing security concerns in the region. The attack underscores the persistent threat of extremist violence in Niger.

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