Tag: Sahel insurgency
Gunfire, Explosions Reported at Niger’s Capital Airport; Army Repels Attack
NIAMEY, Niger — Heavy gunfire and explosions erupted early Thursday at Niger’s main international airport in Niamey, residents said, in what appeared to be...
Mali Defense Chief Killed as Rebels Seize Kidal, Military Bases
BAMAKO, Mali (FN) Mali’s defense chief was reported killed as jihadi fighters and Tuareg separatists launched coordinated assaults across the country, seizing towns, military...
