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Sikasso, Mali - JNIM-Linked Militants Attack District Headquarters
Sikasso, December 20, 2025 On the evening of December 20, 2025, militants from the Katibat Khalid ibn al-Walid, a faction affiliated with JNIM, set fire to the district headquarters in Blendiou, located in the Sikasso region of Mali. The attack underscores the ongoing threat of armed extremist groups in southern Mali, targeting government infrastructure to weaken local authority and spread fear. Details regarding casualties or damage are not yet confirmed. Local authorities have reportedly increased security measures in Blendiou and neighboring districts to prevent further attacks and protect public buildings and personnel.
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