Islamic State Militants Kill 46 Soldiers in Deadly Niger Attack

At least 46 soldiers from the Nigerien Defense and Security Forces (SDF) were killed in a coordinated assault by militants linked to the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) on Saturday. The attack targeted a military outpost in Iknewane, Tilia Department, near Niger’s border with Mali, in what security sources described as a large-scale and intense ambush. 

According to reports, heavily armed insurgents stormed the base, overwhelming security personnel and seizing nine of the 16 military vehicles stationed there. The attackers also looted weapons and ammunition before retreating. 

Beyond the heavy casualties, at least a dozen soldiers were reportedly taken hostage, while several others remain missing. Some troops managed to escape on foot and were later rescued. 

In response, the Niger Armed Forces (FAN), supported by units from the National Guard (GNN), deployed a convoy of approximately 20 vehicles from Tahoua to the attack site to conduct counter-operations. 

This marks the second major assault on the Iknewane base in recent months. On September 18, 2024, EIGS militants carried out a similar raid, killing at least 24 soldiers. 

The Tahoua Region, particularly its border zones with Mali, has seen a sharp rise in militant violence. The Nigerien government continues to struggle with persistent security threats as armed groups increasingly target both military and civilian locations.

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Posted: at 1-02-2025 06:52 PM (3 months ago) | Addicted Hero

Why the waste of precious lives of INNOCENT young men and women who's only offense is that the are protecting their country who don't value their sacrifice, all because of criminals who are not doing what they are supposed to do, may their soul rest in peace.

Posted: at 1-02-2025 08:59 PM (3 months ago) | Newbie

The willing African Countries must form a military group to destroy terrorists groups in their Counties because this so called Islamic terrorist militants are sponsored by outsiders and political criminals in Africa to make Africa ungovernable and under develop. Those who called themselves Islamic groups don't even believe in Islam, they kill muslims and their places of worship too.

Posted: at 2-02-2025 12:15 PM (3 months ago) | Gistmaniac