Mali Terrorist Attack Kills Seven Villagers
On December 15th, 2023, a terrorist attack in Ségué, central Mali, killed at least seven villagers and destroyed essential infrastructure like the dispensary and mayor's vehicle; the attack is part of a broader pattern of violence in the region and underscores the worsening security crisis.
Mali Terrorist Attack Kills Seven Villagers
On December 15th, 2023, a terrorist attack in Ségué, central Mali, killed at least seven villagers and destroyed essential infrastructure like the dispensary and mayor's vehicle; the attack is part of a broader pattern of violence in the region and underscores the worsening security crisis.
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40% Bias Score
Mali: At Least 79 Civilians Killed Since UN Withdrawal
A Human Rights Watch report details at least 79 civilian deaths in Mali since May 2024, attributed to Malian and Wagner forces (32) and Islamist groups (47), following the UN Minusma mission's withdrawal in late 2023; the actual numbers are likely much higher.
Mali: At Least 79 Civilians Killed Since UN Withdrawal
A Human Rights Watch report details at least 79 civilian deaths in Mali since May 2024, attributed to Malian and Wagner forces (32) and Islamist groups (47), following the UN Minusma mission's withdrawal in late 2023; the actual numbers are likely much higher.
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28% Bias Score
"Prigojine and Outkine Statue Unveiled in Bangui, Underscoring Wagner's Continued African Presence"
"A bronze statue of Evgueni Prigojine and Dmitri Outkine was unveiled in Bangui, Central African Republic, on December 3, 2023, signifying the enduring influence of the Wagner Group despite the death of its leader and Russia's efforts to integrate its operations into the Africa Corps."
"Prigojine and Outkine Statue Unveiled in Bangui, Underscoring Wagner's Continued African Presence"
"A bronze statue of Evgueni Prigojine and Dmitri Outkine was unveiled in Bangui, Central African Republic, on December 3, 2023, signifying the enduring influence of the Wagner Group despite the death of its leader and Russia's efforts to integrate its operations into the Africa Corps."
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48% Bias Score
Mali Frees 11 Opposition Leaders Amid Political Tensions
A Malian court freed 11 opposition leaders arrested in June for allegedly plotting against the ruling military junta after they called for a return to civilian rule; their release is seen as an attempt to ease political tensions following the controversial appointment of a new prime minister.
Mali Frees 11 Opposition Leaders Amid Political Tensions
A Malian court freed 11 opposition leaders arrested in June for allegedly plotting against the ruling military junta after they called for a return to civilian rule; their release is seen as an attempt to ease political tensions following the controversial appointment of a new prime minister.
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40% Bias Score
Mali: Goita Orders Elections Amidst Concerns Over Military's Role
Malian junta leader Assimi Goita instructed the new government to prepare for transparent and peaceful elections in 2025, allocating 80 billion CFA francs in the budget, despite a history of missed deadlines and concerns about the military's influence.
Mali: Goita Orders Elections Amidst Concerns Over Military's Role
Malian junta leader Assimi Goita instructed the new government to prepare for transparent and peaceful elections in 2025, allocating 80 billion CFA francs in the budget, despite a history of missed deadlines and concerns about the military's influence.
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40% Bias Score
Resolute Mining Pays Millions to Resolve Mali Tax Dispute
An Australian gold mining company paid a hefty sum to resolve a tax dispute with Mali after its CEO and employees were detained.
Resolute Mining Pays Millions to Resolve Mali Tax Dispute
An Australian gold mining company paid a hefty sum to resolve a tax dispute with Mali after its CEO and employees were detained.
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32% Bias Score
Mali: HRW Accuses Russian Mercenaries, Malian Army of Killing Civilians
A Human Rights Watch report details the killing of at least 32 civilians and burning of 100 homes by Russian mercenaries and the Malian army since May 2024, alongside similar abuses by Islamist groups, amid a deteriorating security situation and a lack of accountability.
Mali: HRW Accuses Russian Mercenaries, Malian Army of Killing Civilians
A Human Rights Watch report details the killing of at least 32 civilians and burning of 100 homes by Russian mercenaries and the Malian army since May 2024, alongside similar abuses by Islamist groups, amid a deteriorating security situation and a lack of accountability.
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48% Bias Score
Mali Arrests Barrick Gold Employees Amid Mining Tax Dispute
Four senior employees of Canada's Barrick Gold were arrested in Mali on Monday and charged, awaiting trial, as the military regime continues to pressure mining companies to pay millions in additional taxes; this follows a similar incident in September and the recent case of Resolute Mining, which pa...
Mali Arrests Barrick Gold Employees Amid Mining Tax Dispute
Four senior employees of Canada's Barrick Gold were arrested in Mali on Monday and charged, awaiting trial, as the military regime continues to pressure mining companies to pay millions in additional taxes; this follows a similar incident in September and the recent case of Resolute Mining, which pa...
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40% Bias Score
Mali Watches Syria: Concerns Rise Over Russia Partnership After Assad's Fall
The unexpected fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has raised concerns among Malians about their own security partnership with Russia, prompting comparisons between the two nations' situations despite significant differences.
Mali Watches Syria: Concerns Rise Over Russia Partnership After Assad's Fall
The unexpected fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has raised concerns among Malians about their own security partnership with Russia, prompting comparisons between the two nations' situations despite significant differences.
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48% Bias Score
Malian Drone Strike Kills Separatist Leaders, Raises Tensions
On December 1st, 2024, the Malian army used armed drones to strike eight leaders of northern independence movements in Tinzaouatene, resulting in approximately ten military casualties and a potential shift in conflict dynamics; the operation, planned for months, targeted key figures of the newly for...
Malian Drone Strike Kills Separatist Leaders, Raises Tensions
On December 1st, 2024, the Malian army used armed drones to strike eight leaders of northern independence movements in Tinzaouatene, resulting in approximately ten military casualties and a potential shift in conflict dynamics; the operation, planned for months, targeted key figures of the newly for...
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44% Bias Score
Malian Jihadist Sentenced to 10 Years by ICC
A former Malian jihadist leader was sentenced to 10 years in prison by the International Criminal Court for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Malian Jihadist Sentenced to 10 Years by ICC
A former Malian jihadist leader was sentenced to 10 years in prison by the International Criminal Court for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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32% Bias Score