Nigerien authorities accuse Chad of launching a drone from its territory that killed two civilians on Saturday in the Emi Lulu area, at Salvador Pass. Niamey summoned Chad's ambassador and demanded an end to hostile actions and compensation, according to Africanews.
Nigerien authorities accuse Chad of launching a drone from its territory that killed two civilians on Saturday in the Emi Lulu area, at Salvador Pass. Niamey summoned Chad's ambassador and demanded an end to hostile actions and compensation, according to Africanews.
A drone strike that killed two civilians near the Salvador Pass has heightened tensions between Niger and Chad, while Niamey is also accusing France. The United Arab Emirates and Israel are meanwhile strengthening security ties with N’Djamena, according to an analysis published by TSA.
A drone strike killed two civilians and wounded several people on 24 October in Emi Lulu, in the Agadez region, according to Niger’s government. Niamey accuses Chad of providing a base for the operation with French support and announces referrals to international bodies.
The Nigerien government accuses Chad of carrying out a drone strike on its territory on 24 October 2026, allegedly with French support. Niamey summoned the Chadian ambassador and formally referred the matter to the UN, according to a statement read on Radiodiffusion télévision du Niger.