Mali at risk of splintering after jihadi and separatist attacks
DAKAR, April 27 - In simultaneous attacks launched on Saturday, an alliance of al Qaeda-linked militants and separatist rebels killed Mali's defence minister, hit the capital's airport and drove Russian soldiers out of a desert town over a thousand kilometres away.
Mali junta reels after attacks
- Mali live: Army says armed 'terrorist' groups launch attacks on military positions nationwide France 24 —
- Gunfire heard near Mali’s main international airport in the capital, AP reporter and residents say AP News —
- Loud blasts, gunfire heard near Mali's main military camp, Reuters witness says The Straits Times —
- Loud blasts, gunfire heard near Mali's main military camp, Reuters witness says - Reuters Reuters —
- Gunfire and blasts rock Mali as attackers hit capital and other cities, residents say ABC News —