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JNIM attacked and took control of a Malian army barracks in San, Segou region in southern Mali today.

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JNIM attacked and took control of a Malian army barracks in San, Segou region in southern Mali today.

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Confirming my report, the FLA spokesman announces that a deal was reached with the Russian Africa Corps elements in Kidal which grants them safe passage out of the MINUSMA base, the Russian mercenaries can be seen withdrawing earlier this morning. However, the deal does not include the Malian troops still in the base, who were abandoned by the Russians.

Confirming my report, the FLA spokesman announces that a deal was reached with the Russian Africa Corps elements in Kidal which grants them safe passage out of the MINUSMA base, the Russian mercenaries can be seen withdrawing earlier this morning. However, the deal does not include the Malian troops still in the base, who were abandoned by the Russians.

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Russian TV channel 'Россия 1' aired a program showing Africa Corps work in Mali, publishing a video showing burning fuel tankers, likely from the October 17 JNIM ambush in the Sikasso region, southern Mali.

Russian TV channel 'Россия 1' aired a program showing Africa Corps work in Mali, publishing a video showing burning fuel tankers, likely from the October 17 JNIM ambush in the Sikasso region, southern Mali.

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Footage from the Nigerian Air Force Super Tucano A29 attack aircraft above Cotonou, Benin, yesterday, with heavy gunfire heard in the background.

Footage from the Nigerian Air Force Super Tucano A29 attack aircraft above Cotonou, Benin, yesterday, with heavy gunfire heard in the background.

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JNIM forces are also present in Anefis fighting alongside the FLA, operating their own armored vehicles.

JNIM forces are also present in Anefis fighting alongside the FLA, operating their own armored vehicles.

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Prominent JAS member 'Ibn Kathir al Muhajir' appears in a recent video patrolling the waters of Lake Chad, northeast Nigeria, he is a very outspoken figure especially against ISWAP.

Prominent JAS member 'Ibn Kathir al Muhajir' appears in a recent video patrolling the waters of Lake Chad, northeast Nigeria, he is a very outspoken figure especially against ISWAP.

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The town and major gold mining site of Intahaka, Gao region in northern Mali, becomes the third locality to be handed over peacefully from the Russian Africa Corps and Malian army to the FLA/JNIM coalition.

The town and major gold mining site of Intahaka, Gao region in northern Mali, becomes the third locality to be handed over peacefully from the Russian Africa Corps and Malian army to the FLA/JNIM coalition.

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Footage from the JNIM ambush against fuel tankers between Bougouni and Bamako this morning, southern Mali, it seems the fuel blockade is indeed back in effect.

Footage from the JNIM ambush against fuel tankers between Bougouni and Bamako this morning, southern Mali, it seems the fuel blockade is indeed back in effect.

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JNIM released its first documentary of the attacks against the city of Kidal in northern Mali on April 25, which let to its capture by the FLA/JNIM coalition, the jihadists are notably fielding an exceptional number of armored vehicles, captured from the Malian army and Africa Corps.

JNIM released its first documentary of the attacks against the city of Kidal in northern Mali on April 25, which let to its capture by the FLA/JNIM coalition, the jihadists are notably fielding an exceptional number of armored vehicles, captured from the Malian army and Africa Corps.

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Breaking: Visual confirmation of FLA/JNIM units circulating freely through the streets of Gao city, northern Mali.

Breaking: Visual confirmation of FLA/JNIM units circulating freely through the streets of Gao city, northern Mali.

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Sahelian jihadists were spotted yesterday freely roaming among civilians in the town of Zugurma in Niger State, western Nigeria, the jihadists appear to be wearing Burkinabè and possibly Beninese military uniforms, which indicates it's either JNIM or IS-Sahel, and not native so-called "Lakurawa".

Sahelian jihadists were spotted yesterday freely roaming among civilians in the town of Zugurma in Niger State, western Nigeria, the jihadists appear to be wearing Burkinabè and possibly Beninese military uniforms, which indicates it's either JNIM or IS-Sahel, and not native so-called "Lakurawa".

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The FLA/JNIM coalition has taken control of the drone base in Kidal, northern Mali, this morning following the negotiated withdrawal of all Russian mercenaries from the city and most of the Malian troops.

The FLA/JNIM coalition has taken control of the drone base in Kidal, northern Mali, this morning following the negotiated withdrawal of all Russian mercenaries from the city and most of the Malian troops.

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At least two Malian soldiers were taken prisoner so far by the FLA in Anefis.

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At least two Malian soldiers were taken prisoner so far by the FLA in Anefis.

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Footage of the attack by ISWAP against the Nigerian army in Geidam, Yobe State, this evening, it appears the military camp came under assault, fire is observed in the distance.

Footage of the attack by ISWAP against the Nigerian army in Geidam, Yobe State, this evening, it appears the military camp came under assault, fire is observed in the distance.

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JNIM attacked the Malian army base in Soumpi, Tombouctou region, yesterday, reportedly killing over 20 soldiers including the commander of the base and his deputy, the militants captured vehicles and weapons, including the vehicle shown in the video below.

JNIM attacked the Malian army base in Soumpi, Tombouctou region, yesterday, reportedly killing over 20 soldiers including the commander of the base and his deputy, the militants captured vehicles and weapons, including the vehicle shown in the video below.

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A violent attack by the MPLJ rebel group against the Agadem oil site, eastern Niger, tonight, the group claims the facility was fully destroyed.

A violent attack by the MPLJ rebel group against the Agadem oil site, eastern Niger, tonight, the group claims the facility was fully destroyed.

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JNIM attacked and took control of the Burkinabe military camp in Titao, northern Burkina Faso today, the militants destroyed the camp and antennas, and several casualties were reported among the army.

JNIM attacked and took control of the Burkinabe military camp in Titao, northern Burkina Faso today, the militants destroyed the camp and antennas, and several casualties were reported among the army.

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Two ISWAP SVBIEDs (carbombs) targeted a Nigerian army harbour area yesterday while the troops were setting up temporary camp in the Timbuktu Triangle, according to security sources several soldiers and militiamen were killed, and "at least 20" insurgents were neutralized in return, along with one of the two SVBIEDs. Several soldiers were injured and evacuated by helicopter.

Two ISWAP SVBIEDs (carbombs) targeted a Nigerian army harbour area yesterday while the troops were setting up temporary camp in the Timbuktu Triangle, according to security sources several soldiers and militiamen were killed, and "at least 20" insurgents were neutralized in return, along with one of the two SVBIEDs. Several soldiers were injured and evacuated by helicopter.

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The Russian Africa Corps released footage of its forces in complete control of the city of Menaka, northern Mali, on the evening of April 28, following IS-Sahel's withdrawal.

The Russian Africa Corps released footage of its forces in complete control of the city of Menaka, northern Mali, on the evening of April 28, following IS-Sahel's withdrawal.

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For the first time, a Shahed/Geran type drone has been deployed in Mali during the recent fighting in Anefis, reportedly by the army but more likely operated by the Russian Africa Corps, the FLA claimed they shot down before it could reach its target.

For the first time, a Shahed/Geran type drone has been deployed in Mali during the recent fighting in Anefis, reportedly by the army but more likely operated by the Russian Africa Corps, the FLA claimed they shot down before it could reach its target.

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Eleven Nigerian military personnel are currently being held by the Burkinabe military regime in Bobo-Dioulasso, southwest Burkina Faso, after their aircraft conducted an emergency landing while "violating AES airspace".
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Eleven Nigerian military personnel are currently being held by the Burkinabe military regime in Bobo-Dioulasso, southwest Burkina Faso, after their aircraft conducted an emergency landing while "violating AES airspace".

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2,763,488 views • 8 months ago

Colonel Pascal Tigri, the coup leader in Benin, reappears in a video, demanding support from the Beninese population and calls on France to not intervene in this 'operation'. Strangely, he sounds very different from when he talked at the TV station.
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Colonel Pascal Tigri, the coup leader in Benin, reappears in a video, demanding support from the Beninese population and calls on France to not intervene in this 'operation'. Strangely, he sounds very different from when he talked at the TV station.

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1,695,996 views • 8 months ago

ISWAP released a video from the attack against the Nigerian army position in Mairari, Borno State, yesterday.
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ISWAP released a video from the attack against the Nigerian army position in Mairari, Borno State, yesterday.

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1,639,943 views • 8 months ago

JNIM spokesman Abu Hudheifah al-Bambari, aka Bina Diarra, announces the beginning of a total siege against Bamako, capital of Mali, he mentions the operation that took out the Malian Defense Minister and warns civilians not to put themselves between JNIM and the army or they will be targeted as well.
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JNIM spokesman Abu Hudheifah al-Bambari, aka Bina Diarra, announces the beginning of a total siege against Bamako, capital of Mali, he mentions the operation that took out the Malian Defense Minister and warns civilians not to put themselves between JNIM and the army or they will be targeted as well.

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JNIM attacked and took control of a Malian army barracks in San, Segou region in southern Mali today.
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JNIM attacked and took control of a Malian army barracks in San, Segou region in southern Mali today.

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37,487 views • 7 days ago

Burkinabe militiamen attempt to defuse an IED, which ends up detonating on them, this appears to be VDP volunteer militias instead of proper EOD teams.
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Burkinabe militiamen attempt to defuse an IED, which ends up detonating on them, this appears to be VDP volunteer militias instead of proper EOD teams.

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214,190 views • 1 month ago

The Russian Africa Corps and the Malian army have retaken control of the town of Anéfis as of the evening of July 8, loyalist troops have discovered charred vehicles belonging to the JNIM/FLA coalition. The rebel coalition appears to have withdrawn from the immediate vicinity of the town and camp of Anéfis due to the large reinforcement convoy arriving, escorted by drones of the Malian and Nigerien Air Forces. Both sides are likely preparing for a larger showdown as the rebel coalition also masses up troops including reinforcements from JNIM's central Malian Massina Katibah, which was also the case during the capture of Kidal in April earlier this year.
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The Russian Africa Corps and the Malian army have retaken control of the town of Anéfis as of the evening of July 8, loyalist troops have discovered charred vehicles belonging to the JNIM/FLA coalition. The rebel coalition appears to have withdrawn from the immediate vicinity of the town and camp of Anéfis due to the large reinforcement convoy arriving, escorted by drones of the Malian and Nigerien Air Forces. Both sides are likely preparing for a larger showdown as the rebel coalition also masses up troops including reinforcements from JNIM's central Malian Massina Katibah, which was also the case during the capture of Kidal in April earlier this year.

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132,917 views • 1 month ago

Clearer footage showing hundreds of Russian mercenaries of the Africa Corps withdrawing from Kidal, northern Mali, after reaching a deal with the FLA/JNIM coalition allowing them to retreat towards Tessalit, Malian troops are still stuck at the MINUSMA base while the ones that didn't manage to get in in time were captured by the militants.
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Clearer footage showing hundreds of Russian mercenaries of the Africa Corps withdrawing from Kidal, northern Mali, after reaching a deal with the FLA/JNIM coalition allowing them to retreat towards Tessalit, Malian troops are still stuck at the MINUSMA base while the ones that didn't manage to get in in time were captured by the militants.

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IS-Sahel published the documentary entitled 'Lions of the Sahel', focusing on recent attacks in Niger and Mali, including the massive attacks on Tessit, Eknewane and Bani Bangou. 🧵Thread:
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IS-Sahel published the documentary entitled 'Lions of the Sahel', focusing on recent attacks in Niger and Mali, including the massive attacks on Tessit, Eknewane and Bani Bangou. 🧵Thread:

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1,034,225 views • 1 year ago

JNIM released a video in Mooré and Fulani, the speaker says that JNIM is composed of all ethnic groups in the Sahel, and they do not discriminate against anyone, and that their current goal is toppling the Burkinabè President Traoré who they say is making Burkina Faso suffer.
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JNIM released a video in Mooré and Fulani, the speaker says that JNIM is composed of all ethnic groups in the Sahel, and they do not discriminate against anyone, and that their current goal is toppling the Burkinabè President Traoré who they say is making Burkina Faso suffer.

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616,212 views • 7 months ago

JNIM released drone footage of an IED attack against a vehicle of the Burkinabè army between Bogande and Mantou on June 29.
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JNIM released drone footage of an IED attack against a vehicle of the Burkinabè army between Bogande and Mantou on June 29.

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106,254 views • 1 month ago

Confirming my earlier report, Tessit is the second locality to be handed over peacefully by the Russian Africa Corps/Malian army to the FLA/JNIM coalition, the military and mercenaries left the town and base this morning, negotiations continue for other cities.
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Confirming my earlier report, Tessit is the second locality to be handed over peacefully by the Russian Africa Corps/Malian army to the FLA/JNIM coalition, the military and mercenaries left the town and base this morning, negotiations continue for other cities.

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177,091 views • 3 months ago

Footage of the Russian Africa Corps air and ground operations in Mali, the group seems to operate almost independently, with their own helicopters, fighter jets and armored vehicles in separate bases.
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Footage of the Russian Africa Corps air and ground operations in Mali, the group seems to operate almost independently, with their own helicopters, fighter jets and armored vehicles in separate bases.

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404,658 views • 9 months ago

Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs Tuggar officially apologized for the violation of the Burkinabè airspace by a Nigerian Air Force cargo plane, during the Minister's visit to Burkina Faso he also praised the Traoré government for its gains against terrorism.
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Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs Tuggar officially apologized for the violation of the Burkinabè airspace by a Nigerian Air Force cargo plane, during the Minister's visit to Burkina Faso he also praised the Traoré government for its gains against terrorism.

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283,659 views • 8 months ago

JNIM released a video of the attack against the Malian army base in Soumpi last month, Colonel Hossein Ghulam, who defected from the Azawad rebels to JNIM, is visible addressing the troops before the battle, a significantly large number of militants were mobilized.
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JNIM released a video of the attack against the Malian army base in Soumpi last month, Colonel Hossein Ghulam, who defected from the Azawad rebels to JNIM, is visible addressing the troops before the battle, a significantly large number of militants were mobilized.

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280,478 views • 8 months ago

JNIM suffered significant losses during a failed assault against the BIR 20 of the Burkinabe army in Gayeri, northern Burkina Faso yesterday, reports indicate that around 200 militants were killed.
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JNIM suffered significant losses during a failed assault against the BIR 20 of the Burkinabe army in Gayeri, northern Burkina Faso yesterday, reports indicate that around 200 militants were killed.

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60,597 views • 1 month ago

ISWAP attacked Nigerian army positions in Monguno, Borno State early this morning, on the way to reinforce the camp, Colonel I.A. Muhammad was ambushed by ISWAP and killed along with four other soldiers, yet another high ranking officer falls to insurgent bullets in the northeast.
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ISWAP attacked Nigerian army positions in Monguno, Borno State early this morning, on the way to reinforce the camp, Colonel I.A. Muhammad was ambushed by ISWAP and killed along with four other soldiers, yet another high ranking officer falls to insurgent bullets in the northeast.

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148,186 views • 4 months ago

Protests took place and are still ongoing near the grand mosque in central Ouagadougou, capital of Burkina Faso, following the arrest of Mohamad Kindo, prominent Burkinabé Sunni/Salafi cleric.
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Protests took place and are still ongoing near the grand mosque in central Ouagadougou, capital of Burkina Faso, following the arrest of Mohamad Kindo, prominent Burkinabé Sunni/Salafi cleric.

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100,297 views • 2 months ago

Abu Hudheifah al-Bambari, aka Bina Diarra, released a lengthy video statement, announcing the intensification of the fuel blockade and that all fuel truck drivers are now military targets who will be executed "just like Malian soldiers". Al-Bambari threatens the NDC group, the main Malian fuel supplier, demanding that they stop transporting fuel to Bamako. He calls Bamako residents to 'repent' and to stop operating night clubs.
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Abu Hudheifah al-Bambari, aka Bina Diarra, released a lengthy video statement, announcing the intensification of the fuel blockade and that all fuel truck drivers are now military targets who will be executed "just like Malian soldiers". Al-Bambari threatens the NDC group, the main Malian fuel supplier, demanding that they stop transporting fuel to Bamako. He calls Bamako residents to 'repent' and to stop operating night clubs.

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295,920 views • 9 months ago

Abu Hudheifah al-Bambari released a new statement, the fourth since the start of the blockade in Mali, he says JNIM lifts the ban on Diarra Transport company activity, the CEO of this company published an apology video on Oct 7, reports suggest the Diarra company agreed to stop helping the Malian army in exchange of lifting the ban. Al-Bambari also says women are now obliged to wear the Islamic veil when using public transportation, and the owners of whatever transport they're using will suffer the consequences if the women they're transporting are not dressed modestly.
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Abu Hudheifah al-Bambari released a new statement, the fourth since the start of the blockade in Mali, he says JNIM lifts the ban on Diarra Transport company activity, the CEO of this company published an apology video on Oct 7, reports suggest the Diarra company agreed to stop helping the Malian army in exchange of lifting the ban. Al-Bambari also says women are now obliged to wear the Islamic veil when using public transportation, and the owners of whatever transport they're using will suffer the consequences if the women they're transporting are not dressed modestly.

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316,697 views • 10 months ago