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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Footage reportedly from Sevaré military barracks when they were under the control of JNIM during the whole day of yesterday before their withdrawal.

Footage reportedly from Sevaré military barracks when they were under the control of JNIM during the whole day of yesterday before their withdrawal.

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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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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 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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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 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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Reports that the residence of the Malian Defense Minister was targeted by a JNIM SVBIED earlier this morning.

Reports that the residence of the Malian Defense Minister was targeted by a JNIM SVBIED earlier this morning.

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JNIM in Loulouni this morning, southern Mali, the Malian army seemingly didn't intervene and the Dozo militias were left to defend the city alone.

JNIM in Loulouni this morning, southern Mali, the Malian army seemingly didn't intervene and the Dozo militias were left to defend the city alone.

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Footage showing the Russian Africa Corps on their way towards Tessalit from Kidal, under escort of the FLA/JNIM coalition, claims that the Russians are withdrawing from Tessalit and Aguelhok are lies, for now.

Footage showing the Russian Africa Corps on their way towards Tessalit from Kidal, under escort of the FLA/JNIM coalition, claims that the Russians are withdrawing from Tessalit and Aguelhok are lies, for now.

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Puntland forces reported to have captured an IS-Somal fighter today in the Baalade valley, Cal Miskaad mountains, they also claim 2 others are currently being chased in the same area.

Puntland forces reported to have captured an IS-Somal fighter today in the Baalade valley, Cal Miskaad mountains, they also claim 2 others are currently being chased in the same area.

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A large explosion occured in front of the Godka Jilacow prison, likely a suicide bomber, then heavy gunfire erupted targeting the guards.

A large explosion occured in front of the Godka Jilacow prison, likely a suicide bomber, then heavy gunfire erupted targeting the guards.

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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 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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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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2,762,203 views • 6 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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95,617 views • 11 days 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.

Brant

1,694,458 views • 6 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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1,637,208 views • 5 months 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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335,470 views • 1 month ago

Around 80 supporters of the incarcerated sunni cleric Mohamad Kindo were forcefully conscripted by the Burkinabé junta for defying the authorities.
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Around 80 supporters of the incarcerated sunni cleric Mohamad Kindo were forcefully conscripted by the Burkinabé junta for defying the authorities.

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64,387 views • 9 days ago

A civilian passenger bus struck a pressure-plate IED west of Bamako, likely placed by JNIM militants as part of the blockade against the capital, according to reports eight civilians were killed and a dozen injured, Africa Corps mercs arrived later to visit the scene.
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A civilian passenger bus struck a pressure-plate IED west of Bamako, likely placed by JNIM militants as part of the blockade against the capital, according to reports eight civilians were killed and a dozen injured, Africa Corps mercs arrived later to visit the scene.

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22,479 views • 4 days 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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175,740 views • 1 month 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.

Brant

614,893 views • 5 months ago

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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1,031,944 views • 10 months 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.

Brant

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JNIM conducted an attack against pro-government Dozo militias in the town of Logo, west of Bankass in the Mopti region of central Mali on May 21, the group claims to have killed 12 militiamen and destroyed infrastructure and equipment. Following the so-called rebellion of some central Malian villages against JNIM rule, the jihadists have conducted several attacks almost daily against positions of the Dozo militias, killing and injuring dozens in recent weeks.
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JNIM conducted an attack against pro-government Dozo militias in the town of Logo, west of Bankass in the Mopti region of central Mali on May 21, the group claims to have killed 12 militiamen and destroyed infrastructure and equipment. Following the so-called rebellion of some central Malian villages against JNIM rule, the jihadists have conducted several attacks almost daily against positions of the Dozo militias, killing and injuring dozens in recent weeks.

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34,481 views • 12 days 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.

Brant

404,658 views • 6 months ago

The Nigerian army released footage of the airstrikes against ISWAP terrorists during their failed assault against the Mallam Fatori military camp last night, according to the army over 60 terrorists were killed. The army also captured a significant amount of weaponry following the battle with the insurgents, the ISWAP militants were reportedly operating armed drones during the assault however this time there is no visual documentation of them.
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The Nigerian army released footage of the airstrikes against ISWAP terrorists during their failed assault against the Mallam Fatori military camp last night, according to the army over 60 terrorists were killed. The army also captured a significant amount of weaponry following the battle with the insurgents, the ISWAP militants were reportedly operating armed drones during the assault however this time there is no visual documentation of them.

Brant

159,773 views • 2 months ago

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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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.

Brant

78,494 views • 1 month ago

The FLA/JNIM coalition has taken control of the city of Tessalit earlier today, with no fighting reported, the Malian army and Russian Africa Corps are still entrenched in the large military base north of the city and talks are underway for their peaceful withdrawal.
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The FLA/JNIM coalition has taken control of the city of Tessalit earlier today, with no fighting reported, the Malian army and Russian Africa Corps are still entrenched in the large military base north of the city and talks are underway for their peaceful withdrawal.

Brant

73,577 views • 1 month 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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279,642 views • 5 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.

Brant

279,055 views • 5 months ago

Nigerien President Tiani also "revealed" that there is not a single Beninese soldier in northern Benin, and the whole northern region of the country is occupied by [JNIM] terrorists and the French and Ukrainian armies.
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Nigerien President Tiani also "revealed" that there is not a single Beninese soldier in northern Benin, and the whole northern region of the country is occupied by [JNIM] terrorists and the French and Ukrainian armies.

Brant

183,693 views • 3 months ago