“Similar attacks and armed clashes between militants and militia personnel cannot be ruled out over the coming days,” because the central government appears powerless to stop jihad activity in the region.
“Mali: Suspected JNIM militants kill at least 21 people in Djiguibombo, Mopti Region, July 1,” Crisis24, July 3, 2024:
Suspected Jama’at Nasr al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) militants killed at least 21 people in an attack on the village of Djiguibombo, Mopti Region, on July 1. An unspecified number of others were also reported as missing in connection with the attack. The assailants set fire to several buildings and stole livestock amid the assault….
Similar attacks and armed clashes between militants and militia personnel cannot be ruled out over the coming days.