Bamako, Mali — A series of coordinated attacks have swept across Mali, leaving at least 16 people injured, according to government officials.
The attacks, which commenced on the morning of April 25, 2026, targeted both civilian and military sites across the capital, Bamako, and other key locations, including Kati, Sévaré, Gao, and Kidal.
The Malian government spokesperson, Issa Ousmane Coulibaly, described the incident as a “complex and coordinated “operation.
The Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), an al-Qaida-linked group, has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
The group, along with the Tuareg — led separatist movement, the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), executed the strikes, which included an assault on Bamako’s international airport and four other cities. Mali has been addressing instability due to Islamist insurgencies and separatist rebellions in the north.
The attacks have raised concerns about Mali’s security situation and the broader implications for the region.
The Malian military, supported by Russian — backed Africa Corps mercenaries, has declared the situation under control.
As Mali continues to face internal challenges, the international community is likely to call for increased support to help restore peace and security in the country.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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This original article was produced by the ImNews editorial team
Source: Africanews
Source: Rédaction Africanews
