Key Facts

• Malian Defense Minister Gen. Sadio Camara was killed in an attack on his home.
• Jihadi and rebel forces launched coordinated attacks on multiple cities, including the capital Bamako and Kidal.
• At least 16 people were wounded in the attacks, including civilians and soldiers.
• Separatist fighters seeking independence for northern Mali joined forces with Islamic militants linked to al-Qaida.
• Malian troops and Russian mercenaries withdrew peacefully from Kidal after reaching an agreement with separatists.
• This is the first time separatists and al-Qaida-linked militants openly cooperated in attacks.
• A curfew was imposed in Bamako from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. to improve security.
• Regional groups, including the Economic Community of West African States, condemned the attacks and called for united efforts against terrorism.