Security - 16 December 2025
Malian Military Vehicle Hits IED on Ménaka-Gao Road
Ménaka, December 13, 2025 - A Malian army vehicle, escorted by Africa Corps (formerly Wagner) personnel, struck an improvised explosive device (IED) on the Ménaka-Gao road.
No group immediately claimed responsibility, but local sources indicate the attack is consistent with JNIM or ISIS-Sahel tactics in this volatile border region.
The incident highlights the persistent risks to military convoys in northern Mali, affecting both mobility and security operations in the area.
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