Russian Africa Corps repels attack in Mali

Russia's Africa Corps, part of the Russian Armed Forces, claims to have repelled a terrorist attack in Mali on April 25, 2026. The pro-Russian channel released a photo alongside the claim, framing the action as a victory. This comes amid a backdrop of intense fighting between Malian government forces, their Russian allies, and Tuareg jihadist groups like the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) and JNIM. The situation in northern Mali remains highly volatile, with recent reports of Russian withdrawals from other bases following negotiations with militant groups.