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Nigerian Military Denies Reports of Civilian Deaths in Niger State Airstrikes
The Nigerian military has rejected reports that civilians were killed during airstrikes conducted in Niger state. The denial follows local accounts alleging deaths and injuries among non-combatants. No independent verification of the casualties has been provided.
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A spokesperson for the military stated that the strikes targeted terrorist groups operating in the area and that no civilian deaths occurred. The military said the operations were based on credible intelligence and were carried out with precision to avoid harming non-combatants.
Local accounts had previously described civilian casualties following the strikes, including deaths and injuries. The military rejected those reports as inaccurate.
The airstrikes form part of ongoing efforts against armed groups in the region. Officials said the targets included locations used by terrorists for planning and launching attacks. No specific date for the strikes was provided in the reports. The military emphasized that all actions complied with rules of engagement designed to minimize civilian risk.
The military has conducted multiple operations in the area as part of broader counter-terrorism efforts across the country. The denial comes amid continued scrutiny of military operations in regions affected by insurgency. Independent confirmation of the events was not immediately available.
