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Gunfire in Niger's capital days before inauguration ceremony

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Gunfire erupted in Niger's capital near the presidential palace early Wednesday, prompting fears of a coup attempt and further instability just days before the country's new president is due to be sworn into office. There have been growing attacks by Islamist militants, and protests in the country following Bazoum's victory in a February presidential election runoff.

Added on the 31/03/2021 13:50:59 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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