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Russia details coup attempt in Mali, defense minister killed

Russian Defense Ministry says coup attempt on April 25 killed Mali's defense minister, Africa Corps repelled attacks.

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Tuesday, 28 April 2026 at 18:59 UTC
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On April 25, illegal armed groups attempted a coup in Mali, attacking four major cities and killing the defense minister in a suicide car bombing. Russia's Africa Corps units repelled the attacks, inflicting heavy losses on militants, who numbered around 12,000. The Africa Corps used all types of weapons, from small arms to MLRS, and prevented the seizure of key facilities in the capital. Militants involved were reportedly trained with Ukrainian and European mercenary instructors. Africa Corps aviation eliminated over 245 militants, and the group lost more than 2,500 personnel and 102 vehicles.
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