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Security - 17 December 2025
Niger: International Coalition Demands Release of Ousted President Mohamed Bazoum
Niamey, December 12, 2025 - An international coalition has called for the immediate release of Mohamed Bazoum, the Nigerien president overthrown in a military coup on July 26, 2023.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
Niger: Major Attack on Agadem Oil Site by MPLJ
Agadem, December 6, 2025 - A unit of the People's Movement for Justice and Liberty (MPLJ) launched a major attack on the Agadem-Debila oil site, reportedly destroying it completely, according to statements from the…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
Malian Airstrikes Destroy Four Terrorist Bases in Nioro Region
Nioro, December 14, 2025 - Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) aircraft have destroyed four terrorist bases in the Nioro region: one in Dioka (northeast of Sandaré), two north of Lakamane, and one west of Sandaré.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
Military Reconversion: 62 Personnel Complete Agriculture and Livestock Training in Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou, December 15, 2025 - The Ministry of Defense and Veterans Affairs (MDAC) held the closing ceremony for a three-week agriculture and livestock training program designed for military personnel transitioning to…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
Sukhoi-25 Jets and Drones Strike Banyamulenge Areas in South Kivu
South Kivu Province, DR Congo - Congolese warplanes and combat drones have been deployed in a series of air strikes targeting areas inhabited by the Banyamulenge community in South Kivu Province, triggering civilian…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
Tillabéri: Defense and Security Forces Patrol Targeted by ISIS-GS
Ayerou, December 6, 2025 - A Defense and Security Forces patrol stationed near the Ayerou customs center in the Tillabéri region was attacked by the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISIS-GS) during the night of…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
Precision Airstrikes Neutralize Motorcycle-Borne Terrorists in Bougouni Region
Bougouni, December 13, 2025 - Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) aircraft successfully spotted and neutralized terrorists traveling on motorcycles in northern Kékoro, Bougouni region.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
Transitional Legislative Assembly Visits Armed Forces Cultural Center to Celebrate Soldier Art
Ouagadougou, December 15, 2025 - The Central Directorate of Culture and Arts of the Armed Forces (DCCA) welcomed a delegation from the Transitional Legislative Assembly (ALT) on Monday, led by its President, Dr.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Security - 17 December 2025
JNIM Ambush on Burkinabe Army Convoy in Séno
Séno Province, December 12, 2025 - On Friday, December 12, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) attacked a Burkinabe army convoy with two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) along the road between Dori…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Security - 16 December 2025
JNIM Publishes Video Claiming Soumpi Camp Attack
Timbuktu, December 14, 2025 - JNIM has released a video confirming its takeover of Soumpi camp on November 7, 2025, claiming to have killed over 40 Malian soldiers.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Security - 16 December 2025
JNIM Seizes Military Post in Fonsa
Kaya Province, December 12, 2025 - On the morning of Friday, December 12, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) announced the takeover of a military post previously held by Burkinabe militias in the…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
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.
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read