Event Brief
Moscow Aids Niger in Repelling ISIL Airport Attack
Filed: Feb 03, 2026 at 12:03 AM ET
Summary: Russian forces assisted in thwarting an ISIL attack on Niger's airport, resulting in casualties.
WHO: Moscow, Russian forces
WHAT: Repelled ISIL attack on airport
WHEN: Feb 02, 2026 at 11:18 PM ET
WHERE: Niamey, Niger
WHY: To support Niger against terrorism
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