25 Soldiers Killed In Militants’ Attack On Military Camp In Niger

25 Soldiers Killed In Militants' Attack On Military Camp In Niger

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Radical militants attacked an army military camp in western Niger, near the border with Mali. According to the country’s military, at least 25 soldiers and more than 60 militants were killed in the clash.

Media reports suggest that French and US partner military forces provided the army with an air support.

No group has calimed responsibility for the attack. However, it’s suspected that the local branch of ISIS was behind the attack. Al-Qaeda-linked groups also present in the area.

A month ago, at least 71 soldiers were killed in attacks by ISIS militants in the region.

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Liberal guy

Wahhabi scums

Peter Jennings

French forces are very active in Mali. So maybe they are there for nato? to start up the next round of ‘islamic terrorism’ bogeymen to scare the western public, and China.
Africa is closer to europe than the ME, so it could save on costs. Even Bellingtwat could make that.