The international community has strongly condemned the attack in Niger that killed at least 40 people.

Turkey, China, and Russia have expressed solidarity, describing the assault as a “barbaric act” and extending condolences to the victims.

The attack took place in the Tillabéri region, a hotspot for extremist violence, where terrorist groups frequently target civilians and security forces.

As Niger declares three days of mourning, concerns grow over the ongoing instability in the Sahel.