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Gunfire, blasts heard in several areas of Niger capital Niamey

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Published by Al Jazeera 29 August 2026 at 04:30

Gunfire, blasts heard in several areas of Niger capital Niamey — Image · Al Jazeera

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Shots were heard around the city's Diori Hamani international airport and near the presidential palace.

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