politics
February 4, 2026
Moscow denounces terrorist attack at Niger airport
Russia’s Foreign Ministry has said Moscow remains committed to strengthening the combat capacity of security forces in the Sahel
TL;DR
- Russia condemned a terrorist attack on Niger's Diori Hamani International Airport.
- The airport is used by a joint military force involving Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Russian soldiers.
- An Islamic State in the Sahel affiliate claimed responsibility for the attack.
- Russian forces reportedly assisted Nigerien forces in repelling the attack, with around 40 militants killed.
- Moscow pledged to continue supporting security efforts and strengthening the combat capacity of armed forces in the Sahel.
- Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have forged new security alliances, including with Russia, and have expelled French troops.
- These West African countries and Russia's intelligence service have accused France of seeking to undermine their governments.
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