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Is Niger the Islamic State’s New Target? And More.

Simon Whistler · August 6, 2026 · 18 min video · Africa

Is Niger the Islamic State’s New Target? And More.

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Islamic State fighters are escalating attacks as Niger's junta struggles to hold the tri-border zone, and the group's center of gravity may be shifting toward Niamey. Plus the week's other stories.

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