Tuareg separatists and jihadists wage attacks across Mali

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Tuareg separatists and jihadists wage attacks across Mali Africa

Issued on: 02/05/2026 - 10:12Modified: 02/05/2026 - 10:12

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Mali, the country’s army and its Russian mercenary allies lost control of a key northern military stronghold to armed rebels on Friday, marking a significant setback as Tuareg separatists and jihadist groups appear to be operating in a coordinated effort to challenge the ruling junta. Insurgents linked to Al Qaeda have also called on Malians to rise up against the military-led government and support a transition to Sharia law. Professor of Practice in Diplomacy at the University of London, Nicolas Westcott, shares further insights.

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• Mali
• Africa
• military

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