Niamey, Niger, Jan 29, 2026 (AFP) - Niger junta chief congratulates 'Russian partners' after Niamey airport attack

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2026-01-29

The head of Niger's junta on Thursday thanked Russia for its help in foiling an attack on Niamey's airport and accused the presidents of France, Benin and Ivory Coast of backing those responsible. "We commend all the defence and security forces... as well as Russian partners who defended their security sector with professionalism," General Abdourahamane Tiani said on state radio. "We remind the sponsors of these mercenaries, notably Emmanuel Macr......

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