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Niger President Blames France for Supporting Militants
Niger's President, General Abdrahamane Tiani, officially accused France of funding and training fighters from the jihadist group Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal Muslimin, and of carrying out attacks on Niamey's airport during this year. Among these were two attacks against Hamaouni Diori Airport in January and June 2026. He confirmed that the perpetrators were mercenaries from the group active in Mali, and that the goal was to destroy the airport and cause security disruptions—directly implicating France in the threat to the country's security. These statements come amid escalating tensions between Niamey and Paris since the 2023 coup, as Niger moves towards ending the French military presence and strengthening relations with new international partners. This shift aligns with the narrative that blames France for the security crises in the Sahel region.
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