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Mali troops and Russian mercenaries withdraw from northern city after rebel attacks

Mali troops and Russian mercenaries withdraw from northern city after rebel attacks

Malian troops and Russian mercenaries have withdrawn from the northern city of Kidal after a series of coordinated attacks by rebel and jihadi forces

Mali separatists confirm they joined Islamic militants in coordinated attacks

Mali separatists confirm they joined Islamic militants in coordinated attacks

Separatists in northern Mali have joined Islamic militants in a major coordinated attack on the Malian army

Analysis-Mali at risk of splintering after jihadi and separatist attacks

Analysis-Mali at risk of splintering after jihadi and separatist attacks

By David Lewis, Portia Crowe and Robbie Corey-Boulet DAKAR, April 27 (Reuters) - In simultaneous attacks launched on Saturday, an alliance of al Qaeda-linked militants and separatist rebels killed Mali's defence minister, hit the capital's airport and drove Russian soldiers out of a desert town over

What to know about the largest coordinated attack in Mali in over a decade

What to know about the largest coordinated attack in Mali in over a decade

An alliance of al-Qaida-linked fighters and separatists has launched the largest coordinated attack in over a decade in Mali

Mali Separatists and Islamic Militants Launch Coordinated Attacks, Prompting Regional Condemnation

Mali Separatists and Islamic Militants Launch Coordinated Attacks, Prompting Regional Condemnation

In a significant escalation of violence, the al-Qaida-linked group JNIM, in collaboration with the Tuareg-led separatist group Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), launched coordinated attacks across Mali, including on Bamako's international airport and four other cities. The attacks resulted in at least 16 wounded, comprising both civilians and military personnel. This marks the first instance of the FLA working alongside JNIM, highlighting a new level of cooperation between separatists and Islamic militants. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) condemned the attacks, urging regional unity against such threats. The Malian government, supported by Russian mercenaries, has been struggling to maintain control, with recent military withdrawals from key areas like Kidal following these attacks.

Malian defense chief is killed in attack that saw jihadis and rebels seize towns and military bases

Malian defense chief is killed in attack that saw jihadis and rebels seize towns and military bases

Malian Minister of Defense Gen. Sadio Camara has been killed in an attack as jihadi and rebel forces seized towns and military bases across the West African country

Gunfire persists in Mali town as UN urges international response after attacks

Gunfire persists in Mali town as UN urges international response after attacks

BAMAKO, April 26 (Reuters) - Sustained gunfire rang out in a garrison town near Mali's capital on Sunday, a Reuters witness said, a day after an al Qaeda affiliate and Tuareg rebels carried out one of the largest coordinated attacks in the country in recent years.

Mali army bases hit in large-scale attacks claimed by al Qaeda-linked militants

Mali army bases hit in large-scale attacks claimed by al Qaeda-linked militants

BAMAKO, April 25 (Reuters) - An al Qaeda affiliate and Tuareg rebels claimed responsibility on Saturday for coordinated attacks across Mali, in one of the boldest operations insurgents have mounted in their campaign against the military-led government.

Islamic militants and separatists claim sweeping attacks across Mali

Islamic militants and separatists claim sweeping attacks across Mali

Islamic militants and separatists say they attacked several locations in Mali’s capital, Bamako, and other cities in one of the largest coordinated attacks in the West African country in recent years

Gunfire and blasts across Mali as simultaneous attacks target capital and other cities

Gunfire and blasts across Mali as simultaneous attacks target capital and other cities

Gunmen have attacked multiple locations in Mali's capital and other cities, according to residents and the army

Mali Faces Coordinated Attacks Amid Ongoing Unrest

Mali Faces Coordinated Attacks Amid Ongoing Unrest

Mali is experiencing a series of coordinated attacks across the country, with gunmen targeting the capital Bamako and several other locations. The Malian army reports that 'terrorist groups' have launched assaults on army barracks in Bamako and other areas. The attacks come amid a backdrop of ongoing armed unrest in Mali, which has been dealing with violence from groups affiliated with al-Qaeda and ISIL. The situation is further complicated by Mali's recent political history, including two military coups and the expulsion of French forces and UN peacekeepers.

Mali Faces Coordinated Attacks as Gunmen Target Multiple Cities

Mali Faces Coordinated Attacks as Gunmen Target Multiple Cities

Gunmen launched coordinated attacks on several locations in Mali, including the capital Bamako, targeting military barracks and other strategic sites. The Malian army reported that unidentified armed terrorist groups were involved, and efforts were underway to neutralize the attackers. The U.S. Embassy in Bamako issued a security alert, advising U.S. citizens to shelter in place. The attacks are part of ongoing insurgencies involving Al Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates, as well as separatist movements in northern Mali. The situation in Bamako and other cities like Kati, Sevare, Mopti, Kidal, and Gao remains tense, with reports of gunfire and explosions.