Mali Defence Minister Sadio Camara Killed as Country Hit by Rebel Attacks

Mali on edge as insurgency tests junta's resolve

The death of Malian defense minister Sadio Camara amid a series of coordinated assaults on several Malian cities is posing a serious challenge to the junta in Bamako, analysts say.

Early Setbacks for Russian Mercenaries as Conflict Flares in Mali, MT Analysis Shows

Mali's largest coordinated attacks in more than a decade dealt a staggering blow to the central government — and to the Russian forces helping it.

Mali defence minister killed as Al-Qaeda linked insurgents launch coordinated attacks

The government says he was gravely injured in a firefight at his home

Mali’s Defense Minister Killed in Attacks by Islamist Insurgents

The death of the minister, Gen. Sadio Camara, a central figure in the country’s military government, comes amid escalating violence in the region.

Mali defence minister killed during major assault by insurgents

Mali's defence minister has been killed during co-ordinated attacks on towns and military bases by insurgents, including al Qaeda-linked fighters, according to the government.

Kenya: Security Beefed Up in Kitui After Deadly Retaliatory Attacks in Tseikuru

Nairobi -- The National Police Service (NPS) has called for calm and restraint following a series of deadly retaliatory attacks reported in Tseikuru Sub-county, Kitui County, which have left at least seven people dead.