France urges citizens to leave Mali amid rebel attacks
France has advised its citizens to leave Mali immediately following a series of coordinated attacks by separatist fighters and Islamist militants.The French foreign ministry described the security situation in Mali as "extremely volatile" and warned against all travel to the country.The attacks occurred over the weekend and included explosions and sustained gunfire in multiple locations, including the capital city, Bamako.In Kati, a town near the capital, Mali's defence leader Sadio Camara was killed in an apparent suicide bombing by militants.Separatist forces have also taken control of the northern city of Kidal.Mali's military leader, General Assimi Goïta, stated that the security... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 13:31 LONDON
Attack on Mali's Kati Military Base Kills Defence Minister
Islamist and Tuareg fighters launched a significant attack on the Kati military base near Mali's capital, Bamako, early on April 28, 2026.The assault involved powerful explosions and prolonged gunfire, targeting the ruling military junta and Russian mercenaries stationed there.The attack resulted in the death of Mali's Defence Minister, Sadio Camara, who was killed when his residence in Kati was attacked.Camara had been instrumental in negotiating military support with Russia.The residence of Mali's leader, Assimi Goita, is also located in Kati, but he was reportedly not present during the attack.Russian mercenaries, who maintain one of their main headquarters at the Kati... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 28 Apr 2026 18:31 LONDON
Coordinated armed attacks reported across Mali including capital
Armed groups launched coordinated attacks across Mali on April 25, 2026, targeting military positions nationwide including in the capital, Bamako.The Mali Army confirmed ongoing fighting as security forces engaged to repel the attackers.Explosions and sustained gunfire were reported near the Kati military base, a key installation outside Bamako, and around Modibo Keïta International Airport.Soldiers have blocked roads in these areas amid the clashes.Gunmen also took control of neighborhoods in the northeastern city of Kidal, with exchanges of gunfire reported.Additional attacks occurred in Gao in the northeast and Sevare in central Mali.The US Embassy in Mali advised its citizens to shelter... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Apr 2026 11:01 LONDON
