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3 stories from Mali on One Turn, since October 7, 2026, newest first. Each links to its sources and to its place on the 3D globe.

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GDP growth5.6%2025, World Bank
Inflation3.3%2025, World Bank
Unemployment2.8%2025, World Bank
GDP per person$1,1932025, World Bank

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Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Conflict · Mali

Gunmen kill at least 40 civilians in Mali

Attackers on motorcycles killed at least 40 civilians in Mali, targeting camps mainly housing members of the Daoussahak community, according to security and community sources. The Hindu reported a toll of 48 and attributed the attack to an Islamic State-affiliated group.

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Thursday, October 8, 2026

Conflict · Kidal, Mali

Malian army and Russian Africa Corps retake Kidal

Mali's armed forces, backed by Russia's Africa Corps, regained control of Kidal after days of airstrikes and ground fighting. The Azawad Liberation Front had held the town for five months.

Day 2 of 2 · Earlier: Oct 7 · The story so far

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Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Conflict · Kidal, Mali

Malian army and Russian Africa Corps retake Kidal

Mali's armed forces, backed by Russia's Africa Corps, recaptured the northern town of Kidal after days of airstrikes and ground fighting. The Azawad Liberation Front had held the town for five months and withdrew.

Day 1 of 2 · Later: Oct 8 · The story so far

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