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Mali army says rebels targeted northern towns

The Malian army said rebels targeted northern towns including Gao and Sévaré.
WHO: Malian army; Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) spokesperson Mohamed Elmaouloud Ramadane
WHAT: The Malian army said rebels targeted northern towns, and the FLA said Anefis was being targeted.
WHEN: Jul 4, 2026 at 9:18 AM ET
WHERE: Mali
WHY: Rebels announced a new offensive to capture a northern town, with Anefis cited as the target.
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