African Security

Russian Mercenaries Announce Withdrawal from Mali City After Coordinated Attacks

Following a wave of coordinated armed group attacks across Mali, Russian mercenaries announce withdrawal from the strategic northern city of Kidal, further destabilizing the Sahel region.

Mali Hit by Largest Coordinated Armed Attacks in Years, Gunfire Erupts in Capital Bamako

Multiple cities across Mali struck by coordinated armed group attacks, explosions and gunfire in Bamako, UK warns against travel to Mali, Bamako airport temporarily closed.