Gunmen attacked Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger's capital, killing 35 people on Thursday
The dead included 22 attackers, 11 soldiers, and 2 civilians
Jun 19, 2026
03:12 pm
What's the storyAt least 35 people were killed when armed assailants attacked Diori Hamani International Airport in Niger's capital, Niamey, on Thursday.
The dead included 22 attackers, 11 soldiers, and two civilians. The assault ended by mid-morning, and security forces have launched a manhunt for any remaining attackers.
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