Gunshots continue to be heard in the area surrounding the airport in the capital of Niger.

Gunshots were heard continuously in the area of the Niamey International Airport in the capital of Niger on the morning of the 18th. Several local residents reported that the gunshots lasted for over an hour. Residents near the airport told reporters that the gunshots mainly came from the surrounding area of the airport, and it is unclear if there were any casualties. According to Xinhua News Agency, main streets in Niamey are currently normal, and there does not appear to be any significant increase in security forces around the airport. Vehicle and pedestrian traffic has not been affected. As of the time of writing, the Niger military and government have not issued an official statement on the matter.