Heavy gunfire and explosions near airport in Niger’s capital
Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 29, 2026 at 08:20 AM
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On January 29, 2026, heavy gunfire and explosions occurred near the international airport in Niamey, Niger's capital city. Videos circulating online showed flashes in the night sky and vehicles on fire. As of the time of the report, authorities have not confirmed the cause of the violence. There are no confirmed reports of casualties related to the incident. The events took place near a major transportation hub in the capital city of Niger. The reason for the gunfire and explosions remains unknown.
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