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Al-Qaeda-linked fighters storm Mali prison, block food supplies to Bamako
Fighters attack ‘Africa’s Alcatraz’, which detains high-value prisoners, and disrupt crucial supply chains to capital.
Mapping Mali’s gold and natural resource wealth
The West African country holds Africa’s third-largest gold reserves, plus vast lithium and uranium deposits.
What’s happening in Mali one week after attack by armed groups? All we know
Mali’s military government, Assimi Goita, has taken on the role of defence minister.
From: NewsFeed
Tuareg rebels hold dozens of soldiers in Mali as prisoners
Exclusive video obtained by Al Jazeera shows dozens of soldiers held prisoner by Tuareg separatists in northern Mali.
Published On 5 May 2026
Mali leader Goita takes defence post after minister killed
Military leader promotes himself after defence minister killed in attacks linked to al-Qaeda and Tuareg separatists.
From: Inside Story
Is Mali’s military government losing control?
A coalition of armed groups and rebels challenges the military government’s authority.
Published On 3 May 2026
Mali probes soldiers suspected of involvement in military base attacks
Five army personnel, including three active-duty soldiers, identified as suspects in last week’s coordinated attacks.
Rebel checkpoints reported around Mali’s capital, northern town seized
JNIM and Tuareg separatists continue their attacks against Mali’s military government.
From: The Take
How rebels teamed up to shake Mali and the Kremlin’s grip
Bamako woke to explosions as JNIM and Tuareg rebels attacked nationwide, killing Mali’s defence minister. Why now?
Published On 30 Apr 2026
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Mali crisis: Who are the key leaders to know about?
As Mali faces its biggest security challenge in years, Al Jazeera profiles key leaders from government and armed groups.
