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Malian Rebels Shoot Down Russian Mi-24P Attack Helicopter in Deadly Ambush

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 12 hours ago

What happened

Rebels in Mali shot down a Russian Mi-24P helicopter near Gao during a coordinated attack, marking the second Russian aircraft loss in ten weeks amid escalating conflict involving jihadists and separatists. The incident highlights growing rebel anti-aircraft capabilities and ongoing instability despite government claims of control.

01Malian rebels from the Azawad Liberation Front shot down a Russian Mi-24P helicopter near Gao.
02The attack occurred during a coordinated offensive on five locations across Mali over the weekend.
03This is the second Russian aircraft downed by rebels in about ten weeks, showing improved anti-aircraft skills.
04Mali faces a severe security crisis involving jihadists, separatists, and foreign forces including Russia.
05Russian Africa Corps and Wagner mercenaries fight alongside Mali’s army but have retreated from some northern areas.
06No official confirmation of the helicopter loss has been issued by Mali or Russia yet.

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