Boeing 737 suffers ‘loud bang’ mid-air emergency and races to nearest airport
A Boeing 737 experienced a mid-air emergency after a significant engine failure, prompting an emergency landing at Benin Airport with all passengers aboard safe.
Niger's leader says France, Benin, Ivory Coast behind airport attack
Niger's military leader has accused the presidents of France, Benin, and Ivory Coast of supporting armed groups responsible for an attack on an Air Force base that injured four soldiers.
France behind Niger airport attack – leader
General Abdourahamane Tchiani of Niger accused France, Benin, and Ivory Coast of orchestrating an attack on the main international airport in Niamey, which involved gunfire and explosions.
Niger junta accuses France, Benin and Ivory Coast of backing airport attackers
Niger's military junta accuses France, Benin, and Ivory Coast of supporting an assault on a military base at the international airport, attributing the repulsion of the attack to their soldiers and Russian allies.
Niger’s military ruler vows retaliation after gunfire and explosions heard in capital
Niger’s military leader threatens revenge after gunfire and explosions occurred near the main airport in Niamey, an incident he attributed to France, Benin, and Côte d’Ivoire without evidence.