Armed groups launch coordinated attacks across Mali, driving Russian forces from northern stronghold
Tuareg and al-Qaeda-linked fighters launched large-scale coordinated attacks across multiple Malian cities including the capital Bamako on Saturday, killing Mali's Defence Minister Sadio Camara and seizing northern towns. Russian mercenary forces were reportedly forced to retreat from their base in Kidal after being overwhelmed. The Malian military government claims to have killed over 200 attackers and says the situation is under control with Russian air support.
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This event sits in the top 4% of divergence this week. 4 outlets covered it, splitting into 3 framing camps across 2 bias groups.
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