Abidjan, Aug 29, 2026 (AFP) - Clashes in Niamey after attempt to storm presidential palace: security source

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2026-08-29

Niger's presidential guard on Saturday repelled "insurgents from within the armed forces" who tried to enter the presidential palace in Niamey, where shooting was ongoing, a security source told AFP. Heavy gunfire was heard in several neighbourhoods of the capital throughout the night, notably in the city centre near the presidential palace, but also in the airport area where there is a major military base. The state television signal was cut for......

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