Tuareg Rebels Launch Offensive and Demand Russian Fighters Withdraw from Mali
Tuareg rebels in Mali have launched a coordinated offensive against the military junta and demanded the withdrawal of Russian fighters supporting the government.The offensive involved an alliance of Tuareg separatists, Fulani and Arab rebels, and al-Qaeda-linked fighters who made gains in several northern and central cities, including Kidal and Sevare, and entered the capital, Bamako.The rebels, represented by the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), stated their objective is for Russia's Africa Corps to permanently withdraw from Mali.The military government, led by President Assimi Goita, has been backed by Russian forces since the 2020 coup that brought the junta to power.During the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 22:01 LONDON
