More than 50 members of Niger’s security forces killed in attacks
More than 50 members of Niger‘s security forces have been killed in two attacks in the west of the landlocked Sahel nation, where jihadists, including members of the regional Islamic State affiliate, are active, two security sources said.
The West African affiliate of Islamic State, known as Islamic State Sahel Province, issued two statements on Sunday claiming responsibility for the attacks, SITE Intelligence Group said on Monday.
Last month, mutinous soldiers in Niger attacked the airport and the presidency, triggering a standoff with forces loyal to the government who were supported by troops from Africa Corps, a Kremlin-controlled paramilitary force.
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