Mali: Rebels seize strategic Tessalit camp
Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: Mali
Politics

Malian armed forces and their Russian allies abandoned the military camp in Tessalit, allowing insurgents from the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) to take control without major confrontation. This site, located near the Algerian border, is a crucial military point with an operational runway and significant equipment stocks. The withdrawal of regular troops has been confirmed by local and security sources.
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