Moscow, Russia – Russia announced that most of the positions and strongholds of the “Africa Legion” in Mali are now under the control of Russian forces.
It also confirmed that the security situation in the country has stabilized following recent military operations.
Anatoly Pashkin, Director of the Sub-Saharan Africa Department at the Russian Foreign Ministry,
stated that the situation in Mali is now stable and under control.
He noted that Russian forces continue to work in coordination with the Malian armed forces to enhance security in various regions.
Moscow speaks of stabilizing the situation
Bashkin explained that most of the strongholds of the “Africa Legion” remain under the control of Russian military personnel.
He also confirmed that the situation on the ground has improved significantly compared to previous periods.
He added that the central authorities in Mali, with the support of Russian and Malian armed forces,
are moving towards establishing greater control over various parts of the country in the coming phase.
Russian support for the Malian army
The Russian official confirmed that Russian military units are working intensively
to support the Malian armed forces, not only in military and security operations,
but also in logistical aspects related to transporting supplies, fuel, and food to the capital, Bamako, and other areas.
He noted that cooperation between the two sides includes strengthening the capabilities of the Malian army.
It also aims to enable it to conduct field operations more effectively.
Armed attacks and security escalation
On April 25, Mali witnessed coordinated attacks targeting several cities and strategic installations.
These attacks were carried out by the al-Qaeda-linked group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM),
along with the Tuareg armed groups, the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MNLA).
Following these attacks, the Malian armed forces, supported by their allies, launched counter-offensives
aimed at regaining control of the targeted areas and strengthening security and stability.
Efforts to combat armed groups active in the country have continued.
