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Algeria provides SU-30 fighter jets to Niger amid regional security concerns

Algeria has deployed four Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jets to Niger’s capital, Niamey, along with an aerial refueling aircraft, following a request from Nigerien authorities.

Kaouthar Tatai
PressTV, Algiers

Algeria has deployed four Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jets to Niger’s capital, Niamey, along with an aerial refueling aircraft, following a request from Nigerien authorities.

The move comes amid security concerns in the West African country and reflects growing military and strategic cooperation between Algiers and Niamey.