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Bandit attacks in Niger and Kaduna farming communities are threatening food production. For rural residents, farming is essential for survival, making avoidance of fields unviable.

A dispute over alleged destruction of farmland by grazing cattle in a Niger community resulted in one death and one injury. The clash occurred between farmers and herders, as reported by Premium Times Nigeria.

The Malian army reported rebel attacks on northern towns Gao and Sévaré, with the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) targeting Anefis as part of a separatist offensive seeking independence in northern Mali. The region, including Niger and Burkina Faso, faces escalating militant threats from al-Qaida and Islamic State affiliates, with government forces accused of civilian casualties. A late April coordinated attack by FLA and JNIM killed the defense minister and captured key northern towns.

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have begun withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), citing a break from Western influence. The states notified the United Nations on 18 June (Niger) and 24 June 2026 (Burkina Faso and Mali), with the withdrawal process taking one year to finalize.

Sahel countries Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have withdrawn from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Human Rights Watch (HRW) urges governments to pressure these nations to reverse their decision, citing betrayal of victims.

The death toll in a Niger land dispute in Godoro village has risen to 18. The crisis, stemming from a longstanding land conflict between two communities, initially claimed two lives.

The death toll in a land dispute between two communities in Godoro village, Niger, has risen to 18. The crisis, initially reported to have claimed two lives, stems from a longstanding conflict over land.

Niger's military regime is conducting a 'witch-hunt' against the LGBTQ+ population, arresting at least 40 people under a new penal code. Fears of HIV/AIDS resurgence are rising due to restricted access to PrEP drugs, with 16 men, including high-ranking military officials, imprisoned.

Five people died and eight were injured in a road crash in Niger. The incident was confirmed by Hussaini Guregi, a desk officer of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Agaie LGA.

Niger Governor Bago has appointed Abubakar Kuso as chairman of Niger Tornadoes. The appointment, effective immediately, was confirmed by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim.

Bandits attacked and burned the Central Primary School in Dekara, Niger, despite having collected a N10m levy from local communities. Residents reported the incident to Premium Times.

Mr. Sanusi urged ECOWAS to reconcile with Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, stating their withdrawal has weakened regional integration, security cooperation, and economic opportunities in West Africa.

The government of Niger has formally withdrawn from the International Criminal Court, citing concerns over selective justice. This move raises fresh questions about the court's legitimacy and effectiveness.

Niamey airport in Niger was attacked for the second time this year on 18 June, resulting in 13 deaths. The attack highlighted how jihadist groups are adapting their tactics to challenge Niger's security forces, according to researcher Brimaka Abdoul Azizou Garba.

Record-breaking amounts of sargassum seaweed are causing environmental and economic crises in South Florida and the Caribbean. Scientists attribute the unprecedented blooms to nutrient runoff from rivers, deforestation, agriculture, and climate change, with impacts including dead zones and fish kills.

The Niger State House of Assembly has suspended plenary sessions due to unresolved issues with the executive branch, specifically citing a rift with the governor. The assembly cited tensions with the executive arm of government as the reason for the suspension.

Iran and the U.S. issued conflicting statements on nuclear negotiations, with Iran denying agreement to U.N. inspections and excluding missile programs from discussions. Israeli forces killed two individuals in southern Lebanon, claiming they were Hezbollah terrorists, while Russia allegedly pressures Belarus to escalate involvement in the Ukraine war. Other developments include France's first Ebola case and Niger's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court.

Niger has formally submitted its request to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), effective June 18, 2027. The move, announced jointly with Mali and Burkina Faso in September 2023, labels the ICC as an 'instrument of neo-colonial repression.' The ICC confirmed receiving Niger's withdrawal notice but expressed regret over the decision.

Niger has formally left the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing it of selective justice. This follows similar exits by Mali and Burkina Faso, with Niger's withdrawal effective 12 months after notifying the UN. The ICC expressed disappointment, citing the departure as undermining efforts to combat impunity for serious international crimes.

Nigerian troops conducted a military offensive that overran a bandits' camp in Kogi, rescuing two victims. The bandits had operated in the Niger-Kwara-Kogi axis prior to the operation.

The Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline project, which aims to export Nigerian gas to Europe via Niger and Algeria, has regained attention after delays, with construction on the Algerian section restarting. Completion of the pipeline could significantly alter Europe's energy landscape.

A brazen attack on Niger’s Diori Hamani International Airport, claimed by al-Qaeda-linked JNIM, killed 11 soldiers and two civilians, marking a shift in militant strategy to target urban centers in the Sahel. This follows similar attacks in 2024 and reflects escalating competition between JNIM and Islamic State-linked groups for influence in the region.

Gunfire and explosions at Niger’s main international airport indicate a shift in militant strategy in Africa’s Sahel region, with jihadis expanding attacks to urban areas.

A jihadist attack at Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, on June 18 resulted in 11 soldiers and 2 civilians killed, with 22 attackers neutralized and 20 suspects arrested, according to the Nigerien Ministry of Defense.

Al Qaeda's West Africa affiliate (JNIM) claimed responsibility for an attack on Niger's main airport and a nearby military airbase in Niamey, killing at least 11 soldiers and two civilians. The government stated the attack occurred six months after a previous large jihadist assault on the site.

An attack at Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, resulted in the deaths of 11 soldiers and 22 terrorists. The attack involved explosions and gunfire lasting over an hour.

Gunmen attacked Diori Hamani International Airport in Niger's capital, Niamey, causing explosions and gunfire. Security forces repelled the attack, and the airport resumed normal operations. This is the second such attack this year, following an Islamic State claim in January targeting Niger's drone assets.

An attack at Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, resulted in 11 soldiers and 22 terrorists being killed. The incident involved explosions and gunfire lasting over an hour early Thursday morning.

Niger's security forces engaged in an hours-long shootout with gunmen at the nation's main international airport. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, but Islamists are suspected of being involved.

Gunmen attacked Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, causing explosions and gunfire. This is the second attack at the airport this year, with Islamic State claiming responsibility for a January drone-targeting attack. The airport, a strategic hub for Niger's air force and regional military alliance, remains a target for jihadis.

Gunmen attacked Diori Hamani International Airport in Niger's capital, Niamey, causing explosions and gunfire. Security forces responded after the attackers breached airport security, marking the second such attack at the airport this year. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for a similar attack in January, and Niger, under a military junta since a 2023 coup, faces ongoing jihadi violence in the Sahel region.

Gunshots and explosions were reported at the airport in Niger's capital, Niamey, according to a security official and witnesses. The incident occurred at the airport in the capital city.

Gunfire was reported at the airport in Niger's capital. The country has been combating a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade, with a similar attack at the same airport in January by suspected jihadists.

Gunfire and explosions were reported at the airport in Niger's capital Niamey early Thursday, with security forces blocking the area as per witness accounts.

Niger has stripped an exiled opposition leader of their nationality. The news was reported from Monrovia.

Niger has stripped an exiled opposition leader of their nationality. Human Rights Watch (HRW) criticized the action, stating it highlights repression and increases the risk of statelessness.

Niger’s military junta introduced a new penal code criminalizing homosexuality with 5-10 years in prison. The law, effective since Thursday, penalizes LGBTQIA+ acts and related activities, joining other African nations with similar laws.

Niger's military junta has introduced a new penal code criminalizing homosexuality with 5-10 years in prison. The law applies to individuals and organizers involved in LGBTQIA+ acts, joining other African nations with similar laws.

Military rulers in Sahel countries Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are suppressing press freedom and freedom of expression, leading to many journalists, bloggers, and activists fleeing the region.

The UN nuclear watchdog's board demanded Iran fully cooperate with inspections, provide information on its near weapons-grade uranium stockpile, and grant access to nuclear sites. The resolution, backed by 21 countries including the U.S., UK, and France, was opposed by Russia, China, and Niger, amid heightened regional tensions and stalled peace efforts.