UAE condemns terror attacks in Niger

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The UAE has strongly condemned Saturday's terror attacks that targeted two villages in Niger near the border with Mali.

More than 100 people were killed and dozens were injured.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation affirmed the UAE's strong condemnation of these criminal acts.

It also stressed its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at destabilising stability in contravention of religious and humanitarian values and principles.

The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences to the victims' families.

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