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The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated group, has claimed responsibility for an attack using an improvised explosive device (IED) targeting a patrol of the Nigerian Army.
The attack occurred between the towns of Samira and Boulkabo in the Tillabéri region, a volatile area in Niger known for escalating violence by armed terrorist groups.
In a statement released on January 22, JNIM alleged that the attack was part of its ongoing campaign in the region, where competition for influence between militant groups, including ISIS affiliates, has intensified.
Tillabéri, situated near the borders of Mali and Burkina Faso, has become a hotspot for terrorist activities, with armed groups regularly targeting security forces and civilians.Tap Here To Read Full Details
