Mali: After the clashes in Anefis, the army reviews its deployment

On July 14, Colonel-Major Karim Traoré, commander of the Eastern Theater of Operation Dougoukoloko, visited Anefis (Kidal region) to assess military deployment and logistical needs after clashes from July 4 to 9. The fighting pitted the FAMa, Africa Corps, and GATIA-MSA against the FLA and JNIM. Bamako claims to have retaken control of Anefis and is continuing operations in surrounding areas. Traoré succeeded Brigadier General Mamadou Massaoulé Samaké as head of the Eastern Theater on June 11.