Jihadists 'summarily executed' 127 people in Niger, says rights group

Islamist insurgents have reportedly summarily executed 127 people in Niger, with Human Rights Watch highlighting the gruesome attacks by militant groups. The attacks, including a mass shooting at a mosque in Tillabéri region, have heightened concerns about civilian safety in the region. Despite military efforts to curb the jihadist insurgency, the violence persists, prompting calls for enhanced protection measures by Nigerien authorities.