Over 50 Killed in Mali Army Attack

In Mali, more than 50 Malian soldiers were killed in an attack carried out by militants from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims and the Azawad Liberation Front on a military convoy in the northern part of the country on July 18, 2026. The attack took place as the convoy was heading from N’elefiss to Gao, following weeks of fighting over control of the region. At least 24 soldiers were captured, along with some killed on the spot. The army confirmed that the convoy was ambushed and is currently investigating defensive shortcomings that led to the attack. Both groups claimed responsibility for the assault. Mali has been experiencing a persistent security crisis since 2012, involving separatist and extremist terrorist groups. The tension dates back to military rule following two coups in 2020 and 2021.

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