Rights group claims Nigerian airstrike killed 100 civilians in a market
Nigeria's military denies a rights group's claim that an airstrike killed 100 civilians in a market over the weekend.
Amnesty International reported that Sunday's strike hit a market in Tumfa, Zamfara state.
A Red Cross official confirmed multiple civilian deaths.
Amnesty's Nigeria director said 80 people were buried in one village, all civilians.
The military confirmed the strike but found no evidence of civilian casualties.
It insisted civilians are not targets.
This incident follows a similar strike last month.
Analysts blame poor coordination for these tragic mistakes.
Armed groups often mix with locals, complicating targeting efforts.
Amnesty: 100 killed in airstrike
- At least 100 killed in Nigerian airstrike on Zamfara market, Amnesty says The Straits Times —
- Nigerian military airstrike kills 100 civilians at a market, rights group claims The Independent —
- Nigerian airstrike killed 100 civilians in a market, Amnesty International claims ABC News —
- Nigerian military airstrike kills 100 civilians at a market, rights group claims CTV News —
- Amnesty Accuses Nigerian Military of Bombing Another Market The New York Times —