Summary
Mali's military killed 80 fighters after multiple coordinated attacks hit military posts across the country. The attacks were claimed by an al-Qaeda-linked group and targeted several towns in central and western Mali, causing significant damage.
Key Facts
- Mali’s military responded to attacks by killing 80 fighters.
- The attackers targeted military posts in seven towns across central and western Mali.
- An al-Qaeda affiliate, Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), claimed responsibility for the attacks.
- The attacks involved taking control of military barracks and positions.
- Areas attacked included towns near the borders with Senegal and Mauritania.
- The military showed images of fallen rebels and seized weapons.
- Mali has struggled with violent groups linked to ISIL (ISIS) and al-Qaeda for over a decade.
- Residents in affected towns reported intense gunfire and smoke.
