Mali descends into chaos as Kidal falls to rebel forces

Tuareg rebels and jihadi groups capture Kidal, a strategic city marking major shift in Mali's crisis.

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Military junta suffers military defeats despite Russian Wagner support.

Coordinated attacks on Malian army expose limits of Russia-Mali partnership.

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Perte de contrôle gouvernemental d'une région stratégique du nord du Mali

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