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Russian mercenary forces have confirmed their withdrawal from the northern Mali city of Kidal following attacks by Tuareg separatists. The rebels subsequently took control of the key town, marking a significant setback for Mali's junta and its Russian allies.
Russia announced that its Africa Corps successfully freed Russian and Ukrainian citizens who had been abducted in Niger.
Serbian opposition and EU officials emphasize the need for Serbia to implement ODIHR recommendations for democratic elections. Failure to do so could jeopardize billions in European support for the country.
Russia's Africa Corps has successfully secured the release of two employees who were captured by jihadists during an ambush in Niger in 2024. The individuals had been held hostage since the incident.
Mali's Defense Minister, Sadio Camara, was killed during a series of coordinated attacks by Islamist insurgents, including a car bomb targeting his residence. The attacks also saw rebels seize several towns and military bases, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.