A Russian paramilitary launched air strikes against rebel forces near Mali's capital Bamako, video footage shows, following a shock offensive against the ruling military government.

Jihadist and Tuareg separatist forces on Saturday carried out attacks across Mali and killed the country's Defence Minister Sadio Camara. Russian forces claimed up to 12,000 fighters took part in the offensive.

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Mali Crisis: Sahel Forces Launch Airstrikes In Mali

Multiple cities across Mali came under coordinated attacks by armed groups, leaving at least 16 people injured and raising fresh security concerns. The government condemned the strikes as “cowardly terrorist acts,” while an al-Qaeda-linked group reportedly claimed responsibility. Separately, Tuareg rebels said they had taken control of Kidal, underlining the fragile security situation and growing instability in the region.


Mali Battles Terrorism: Sadio Camara Killed In A car Bomb Attack At His Residence

Mali has been shaken by a major security breach after Defence Minister Sadio Camara was reportedly killed in a bomb attack at his residence. The incident marks a significant escalation in the country’s ongoing conflict, raising concerns over the safety of top officials and the growing reach of armed groups. Authorities are investigating the attack as tensions continue to rise across the region.


Junta Defence Minister General Sadio Camara Killed in Bomb Attack at His Residence

The first known piece of mail sent using a postage stamp is about to hit the auction block at Sotheby's New York. The Penny Black stamp dates to May 2, 1840. It features the young Queen Victoria’s head in profile with the words "Postage One Penny" on handmade watermarked paper with gum on the back.

First piece of mail sent with postage up for auction, could fetch up to $2.5 million

The United States military emails were exposed to Russian ally Mali. The problem was simulated by entering '.ml' instead of '.mil'. This data containing diplomatic documents, tax returns and passwords by exposed in less than a minute.

US military emails redirected to Russian ally Mali

In Mali, President Ibrahim Keita announced his resignation after a military mutiny. This is Mali's second military coup in less than 10 years

WION Dispatch: How anti-govt protests lead to the coup

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