The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared a significant shift in the conflict dynamics, asserting full control over previously contested zones targeted by the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an al-Qaeda affiliate, in central and southern regions.
intensified clashes lead to strategic gains
In a recent official statement, the FAMA detailed ongoing confrontations in Anifif, located in the northeastern part of Mali, roughly 110 kilometers south of Kidal. The army reported that reinforcements had reached the Azawad Liberation Front, prompting a robust counteroffensive by Malian troops who engaged in sustained combat throughout the day with remarkable discipline and resolve.
unwavering commitment to national sovereignty
The military communiqué underscored an unshaken confidence in the FAMA’s ability to safeguard Mali’s territorial integrity, protect its citizens, and decisively defeat hostile forces. The statement highlighted the soldiers’ courageous efforts in reclaiming strategic positions while maintaining operational control across multiple fronts.
contradictory claims from armed factions
In response, a spokesperson for the Azawad Liberation Front, Mohamed Mouloud Ramadan, issued a contrasting declaration, asserting control over Anifif following renewed clashes. Ramadan also refuted rumors of the death of the Front’s leader, Mbarek Ag Akli, affirming that the commander remains actively involved in directing military operations across northern Mali.
