Mali's Kidal Falls to Rebel Forces
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-27 10:09 UTC
- Sources: France 24 English
Russian and Malian forces withdrew from Mali's city of Kidal after a three-year presence, allowing rebel groups to recapture the city in a 48-hour offensive.
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