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Russian paramilitary carried out air strikes in Mali as rebels advanced, footage shows
Last weekend's attacks came as the Africa Corps withdrew from a key base in northern Mali. This cluster currently includes 2 articles from 2 sources.
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Russian paramilitary carried out air strikes in Mali as rebels advanced, footage shows
A Russian paramilitary launched air strikes against rebel forces near Mali's capital Bamako, video footage shows, following a shock offensive against the ruling military government. Jihadist and Tuareg separatist forces on Saturday carried out attacks across Mali and killed the country's Defence Minister Sadio Camara.
What role has Russia played in Mali’s security and the Sahel region?
Days after armed groups launched large-scale attacks on Malian Armed Forces’ bases, military ruler Assimi Goita on Tuesday said the situation was “under control”, with Russian security forces providing air support to prevent rebels from capturing key positions, including the presidential palace in capital Bamako. But.