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  1. Shared jihadi violence is reported across the Sahel region involving Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali.

Attacks target the capital city of Niger, Niamey, amid a shared struggle against jihadist groups.

15 reports, 12 independent Updated Aug 29
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Attacks target the capital city of Niger, Niamey, amid a shared struggle against jihadist groups.

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NigerNiameyBurkina Faso

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  1. Russia's Africa Corps provided support to local forces in Niger.Sub-event
  2. Gunfire was reported in the Plateau district of Niger on August 29, 2026.Sub-event
  3. Attacks hit both the capital city and the international airport in Niger.1 source
  4. Capital district targeted by coordinated assaults and accused of being a hidden architect of violence.1 source
  5. Due to the ongoing security situation, French forces have been expelled from Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, while France pivots its diplomatic focus toward Kenya and Anglophone Africa.1 source
  6. The new event covers the reinforcement of bloc unity against terrorist attacks in Burkina Faso, the president seeking court intervention, and a cricket milestone for Harmanpreet Kaur.Sub-event
  7. The capital city of Niger, Niamey, was mentioned on 2026-06-01.Sub-event
  8. The Muslim Council of Elders condemned a terrorist attack that occurred in Niger.Sub-event
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  1. The capital city of Niger is under attack, involving the national defence ministry.1 source
  2. Attack on Nigerien airport caused fatalities.1 source
  3. Islamic State attacked the capital city of Niger, claiming responsibility for a previous strike against a company.Sub-event
  4. EIS conducted attacks on Niger's airport and base, causing flight disruptions, while the ministry reported on the security situation.Sub-event
  5. Burkina Faso faces escalating attacks and shared threats from Islamist insurgencies, including the Islamic State.Sub-event
  6. The military junta in Niger relies on its defense forces.Sub-event
  7. Attack on Niger's international airport.1 source
  8. Attacks hit Niger's capital, Niamey, highlighting shared jihadist threat in the Sahel.1 source

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