Mali2 days agoMali junta leader names himself defence minister after predecessor killedFormer Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.2 days ago7 days ago'How are we going to get back home?' Islamist group tightens blockade on Mali capitalThe blockade comes days after Mali's defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks.7 days ago8 days agoFrance urges citizens to leave Mali after rebel attacksThe UK has issued similar advice, telling citizens who stay, that they do so at their own risk.8 days ago8 days agoRussian paramilitary carried out air strikes in Mali as rebels advanced, footage showsLast weekend's attacks came as the Africa Corps withdrew from a key base in northern Mali.8 days ago8 days agoWhat next for Mali's military leaders after shock of rebel offensive?The military came to power to bolster security but the weekend's attacks have brought that into question.8 days ago27 Apr 2026Russian fighters confirm withdrawal from northern Mali city after separatist attacksEthnic Tuareg fighters say they are in control of Kidal following a weekend of nationwide attacks, alongside Islamist groups.27 Apr 202626 Apr 2026Mali defence minister killed as country hit by wave of rebel attacksA wave of coordinated attacks by jihadist militants and separatists has spread through the country.26 Apr 202626 Apr 2026Armed groups launch coordinated attacks across MaliWitnesses report clashes in the centre and north, in what has been described as the largest jihadist attack in years.26 Apr 20262 Mar 2026Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel regionGrowing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.2 Mar 2026...
