(Adnkronos) – Gunshots and strong explosions were reported last night in the area of Niamey International Airport, capital of Niger. Then, about two hours later, calm returned, according to testimonies from the area after the first gunshots were heard “after midnight” local time.
Niger, shots and explosions near Niamey airport overnight, ‘calm restored’
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