# Gunfire and explosions reported in Niger’s capital, local media and witnesses say

https://mins.news/en/item/36602

- The Associated Press, 2026-08-29 12:05 UTC
- World
- Original: https://bit.ly/4iCvjQh

> Heavy gunfire and explosions were reportedly heard overnight into Saturday morning in Niamey, Niger’s capital, according to local media and witnesses.

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