Mali8 May 2026Dozens killed in jihadist attacks on villages in central MaliThe death toll is unclear but sources say between 30 and 50 people died in Wednesday’s attacks.8 May 20264 May 2026Mali 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.4 May 202630 Apr 2026'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.30 Apr 202629 Apr 2026France 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.29 Apr 202629 Apr 2026Russian 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.29 Apr 202629 Apr 2026What 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.29 Apr 202627 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 2026...
