[3][4] On January 8, 2025 the attackers, reportedly affiliated with Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), utilized improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to breach the post's defenses.
[8][7] UAE: The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned the attack on the military site in the Alibori region of Benin.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed its rejection of these criminal acts and expressed condolences to the families of the victims.
[9][10] ECOWAS: Leaders acknowledge insecurity as the region's most urgent concern, noting terrorists' increasing aggression and use of sophisticated weaponry.
[11] UN: The UN Special Representative for West Africa and the Sahel has urged the Security Council to scale up support within regional frameworks to combat the growing strength of terrorist groups[6]