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Malian army continues Operation Dougoukoloko in three localities

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The Malian Armed Forces are continuing Operation Dougoukoloko in Tessalit, Nampala and Sofara, where they are conducting surveillance, control and security operations. The army says it is relying on intelligence and reconnaissance assets to identify armed groups.

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) continued Operation Dougoukoloko on 30 September and 1 October 2026 in several parts of the country, notably around Tessalit, Bamada.net reports, citing the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Mali.

The military deployed intelligence and reconnaissance assets to identify threats and act against armed groups, according to the General Staff. The operation included actions in three localities.

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