Overview

• The attack occurred on November 21 in Mali's Mopti region, targeting a convoy of Wagner Group mercenaries working with the Malian government.
• The al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM claimed responsibility, reporting at least six deaths and the destruction of vehicles, with photos of captured weapons and equipment shared online.
• Malian security officials confirmed the incident but did not provide an official death toll, citing restrictions on speaking to the media.
• The Wagner Group has been active in Mali since late 2021, following a military coup, replacing French troops and international peacekeepers.
• This attack follows a series of significant losses for Wagner in Mali, including a July ambush that killed over 80 mercenaries and Malian soldiers.