Mopti, Mali
City: MoptiCountry: Mali
News from Mopti
France urges citizens to leave Mali after rebel attacks
The UK has issued similar advice, telling citizens who stay, that they do so at their own risk.
April 29, 2026Russian fighters confirm withdrawal from northern Mali city after separatist attacks
Ethnic Tuareg fighters say they are in control of Kidal following a weekend of nationwide attacks, alongside Islamist groups.
April 27, 2026Mali defence minister killed as country hit by wave of rebel attacks
A wave of coordinated attacks by jihadist militants and separatists has spread through the country.
April 26, 2026Explosions and gunfire as armed groups launch co-ordinated attacks across Mali
Witnesses report clashes in the centre and north, in what has been described as the largest jihadist attack in years.
April 25, 2026Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel region
Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.
March 2, 2026