Gao
Coverage of Gao in the Nexus archive.
- Mali Rebels Launch Their Widest Offensive Since 2012
Tuareg separatists and al-Qaeda-linked JNIM launched attacks on towns from Gao to Bamako on July 4, marking the widest rebel offensive in Mali since 2012.
- Insurgents stage attacks across Mali, army says situation under control
Insurgents staged attacks across Mali, targeting army positions in cities and towns such as Anefis, Aguelhoc, and Gao in northern Mali. The army stated the situation is under control.
- Rebel attacks in northern Mali: Some targets meant as 'diversions', expert says
The Malian army reported rebel attacks on northern towns including Gao and Sévaré, while a rebel group announced a new offensive. Andrew Lebovich, a research fellow at Clingendael's Conflict Research Unit, noted that some targets were likely used as 'diversions' rather than primary objectives, contrasting with strategically significant towns like Anefis.
- Mali government says rebels attacking northern towns
The Malian army reported that rebels attacked northern towns including Gao and Sévaré. A rebel group, the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), announced a new offensive targeting Anefis, with its spokesperson Mohamed Elmaouloud Ramadane confirming the attack via Facebook.
- Mali government reports rebel attacks targeting northern towns
The Malian army reported rebel attacks on northern towns including Gao and Sévaré. The Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) announced an offensive targeting Anefis, with no immediate casualties. The attack follows a recent coordinated strike by FLA and al-Qaida's JNIM affiliate that killed Mali's defense minister and seized key northern towns.
- Mali government reports rebel attacks targeting northern towns
The Malian army reported rebel attacks on northern towns Gao and Sévaré, with the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) targeting Anefis as part of a separatist offensive seeking independence in northern Mali. The region, including Niger and Burkina Faso, faces escalating militant threats from al-Qaida and Islamic State affiliates, with government forces accused of civilian casualties. A late April coordinated attack by FLA and JNIM killed the defense minister and captured key northern towns.
- Mali’s government reports rebel attacks across north of the country, targeting major cities
Mali's army reported rebel attacks on northern towns including Gao and Sévaré. The Azawad Liberation Front announced a new offensive targeting Anefis, while the article notes past insurgencies linked to al-Qaida and Islamic State affiliates.
- Mali’s government reports rebel attacks across north of the country, targeting major cities
Mali’s government reports rebel attacks in the northern part of the country, targeting major cities like Gao and Sévaré. The Malian army confirmed the attacks on several towns in the region.
- Mali government reports rebel attacks targeting northern towns
The Malian army reported rebel attacks on northern towns including Gao and Sévaré, with the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) announcing a new offensive targeting Anefis. Separatists in northern Mali seek independence, and a recent coordinated attack in late April by FLA and JNIM resulted in the defense minister's death and control of key towns.
- Pentagon continues to ‘struggle’ with key weapons development timelines: GAO
The Pentagon is continuing to struggle with key weapons development timelines according to the GAO's annual assessment. The report highlights challenges in programs such as Air Force One and Army missiles.
- As F-35 readiness lags, Pentagon seeks $13.7 billion boost: GAO
The Pentagon is requesting a $13.7 billion funding increase as the F-35's full mission capable rate dropped to 25 percent in FY25, according to a GAO report.
- Ready, fire, aim: Pentagon cut workforce with little analysis before or since, GAO finds
The Pentagon reduced its workforce with minimal analysis before or after the cuts, according to a GAO finding. The report highlights a lack of thorough evaluation in the decision-making process.