Armed Groups Attack Bamako And Military Camps

An attempted coup d'état in Mali has forced the closure of the country. Local reports indicate the security situation is highly unstable. Tuareg separatists and jihadists have seized control of Kidal and its airport, while the Defense Minister remains missing after his home was destroyed. UN Secretary-General Guterres condemned attacks on Bamako and military camps occurring on April 25. Explosions and attacks occurred in at least six Malian cities including Bamako, Kidal, Gao, Mopti, and Kati during the early hours of the morning. The violence follows recent combat that has destabilized the capital. The Tunisian League for Human Rights expressed concerns regarding potential suspensions following the unrest. The exact number of casualties from these specific detonations has not been confirmed. Detonations have been reported in Bamako, Katigya, Kidal, Gaos, Évaret, and Mopti. Armed groups launched intense attacks against strategic locations in Bamako, including the Modibo Keita International Airport. Witnesses reported heavy gunfire and military panic during the morning assault. Military forces reportedly blocked access roads, preventing travelers from reaching the airport.