New fighting erupts in northern Mali's Kidal as army clashes with Tuareg rebels
Summary
Fighting has started again in northern Mali’s city of Kidal between the army and Tuareg rebels. The rebels and jihadist groups launched coordinated attacks last weekend targeting major cities and government leaders across Mali.Key Facts
- New fighting broke out on Sunday in Kidal between Mali’s army and Tuareg rebels.
- Tuareg rebels say they want to remove Russian fighters who are helping the government troops.
- The attacks on Saturday involved both Tuareg rebels and jihadists working together.
- These groups launched surprise attacks across the country, including near the capital Bamako.
- The rebels claimed they have taken control of the city of Kidal.
- The United Nations Secretary-General condemned the violence and called for protection of civilians.
- Mali has been facing attacks from jihadists, separatists, and criminal groups since 2012.
- A military junta took power in Mali in 2020 and 2021 promising to fight these groups, but violence continues.
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