Mali loses ground to rebels and Russia in the North

The Malian junta and its Russian ally are retreating in the North after abandoning the city of Kidal at the start of a major offensive.

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This strategic withdrawal occurs amid growing tensions between Bamako and its international military partners.

The situation reinforces regional instability and could shift the balance of power in the Sahel.

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