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African Corps battles jihadists near Bamako

The Malian Armed Forces say they killed 80 militants who participated in an attack on government troop positions.

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Location
Kati, Bamako, Mali
Updated
Saturday, 25 April 2026 at 17:18 UTC
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The Malian Armed Forces have repelled a jihadist attack, destroying 80 militants who participated in the assault on government troop positions, according to army spokesman Souleymane Dembele. The attack was reportedly carried out by militants from the Al-Qaeda-linked Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM). The General Staff stated that authorities maintain full control over the situation throughout the country. This engagement is part of the ongoing, widespread fighting between Malian forces, their Russian allies, and jihadist groups across the nation.
Updates · 2
3d agoDD Geopolitics

New details specify the target was Kati, a strategically vital suburb of Bamako, and that the attackers used FPV drones and motorcycle assault tactics, which were ineffective.

3d agoКирилл Фёдоров / Война История Оружие

Malian army spokesman provided a specific casualty figure, stating 80 militants were killed in the engagement.

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