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Violent Incident in Mali Causes Minor Damage to Two Moroccan Trucks

Rabat, Morocco — Two Moroccan trucks transporting goods across Mali were recently targeted in a violent attack, causing minor damages but intensifying concerns over security in the Sahel region, authorities said on Saturday. The incident highlights the growing risks for international transport and trade in areas plagued by insurgent activities. The attack occurred late Friday evening as the convoy passed through a remote area in Mali, known for its volatile security situation due to the …

Mali Rebel Groups Accuse Army and Wagner Group of Targeting Civilians

Bamako, Mali – Rebel groups in Mali have raised accusations against the national army and the Wagner Group, a Russian paramilitary organization, for their alleged involvement in the killing of civilians during recent operations. The Permanent Strategic Framework for the Defense of the People of Azawad (CSP-DPA), a coalition of armed Tuareg rebel groups, claimed that these forces targeted civilians in the northern region of the country, leading to numerous casualties. The Malian government has …