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Russian Kamikaze Drone Crashes Near Tessalit
Kidal, February 22, 2026 - A kamikaze drone operated by Russian mercenaries from the Afrika Corps failed to reach its intended target and crash-landed in Terist, approximately 18 km northeast of Amachach (Tessalit), in the Kidal region on February 22, 2026. No casualties or damage were reported, but the incident highlights the risks and operational challenges associated with the use of unmanned aerial systems in conflict zones.
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