The Malian army carried out military operations, including airstrikes, in the gold-rich western region of Kayes, specifically targeting the towns of Diéma and Nioro.
According to a military statement, the operations led to the release of several hostages who had been held by armed groups in the area.
The operations followed the abduction of six Senegalese truck drivers in the region the previous day; they were later released.
The Kayes region has faced a surge in attacks in recent months, targeting local and foreign companies operating in sectors such as gold mining, cement, and sugar.
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