Moscow: Russian Forces Aided in Defending Niger Airport from ISIL

Moscow ‘strongly condemns’ attack on airport in the capital, Niamey, where 20 rebels were killed, and four soldiers were wounded.

Russia condemned an attack on Niger’s airport in Niamey, which was repelled with assistance from Russian soldiers. The assault, claimed by ISIL, resulted in 20 attackers killed and four soldiers wounded. Niger’s military accused external forces of involvement, a claim denied by Ivory Coast and Benin. Russia, expanding its influence in Africa, asserts its military support aims to combat terrorism and stabilize the region.