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Islamist extremists

Coverage of Islamist extremists in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 15 · 14:57 UTCMost recent: May 15 · 14:57 UTC
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  • SECURITYMay 15 · 14:57 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Mali’s forces target rebel alliance in junta’s fight to keep power

    Mali's armed forces, supported by Russian mercenaries, launched airstrikes against a rebel alliance of Islamist extremists and Tuareg separatists. The ruling junta is struggling to maintain power in the unstable west African country. Airstrikes targeted the key northern town of Kidal, which was lost during a surprise offensive by the rebels.