Three explosions and heavy gunfire have been reported near Sénou International Airport south of Bamako.
Unconfirmed reports of clashes in Bamako's Sirakoro neighborhood and near the Senou airbase, which may have been an attempted raid.
New reports describe three loud explosions and repeated gunfire heard at Senou International Airport, south of the capital.
Russian and Malian military helicopters are now active over Senou International Airport.
New reports confirm significant explosions and sustained gunfire at the airport, adding detail to earlier unconfirmed reports of clashes in the area.
A new source reports three explosions and heavy gunfire near the airport, with drones and helicopters seen over the capital.