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Malian forces destroy terrorist depot near Inafarak

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The Malian Armed Forces destroyed a fuel depot attributed to terrorist armed groups near Inafarak and struck several gathering points in the north and south of the country. The General Staff said the operations were part of Operation Dougoukoloko, conducted with partners, reports Bamada.net.

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) destroyed a fuel depot attributed to terrorist armed groups, located 8 kilometres north-east of Inafarak. The General Staff of the Malian Armed Forces announced that the site had been struck after confirmation of the intelligence gathered, as part of Operation Dougoukoloko.

During sweep operations in the eastern theatre, the military also spotted armed elements 128 kilometres west of Aguelhock. The General Staff said the action against them took place on the same day. Operation Dougoukoloko is a military campaign to monitor and secure Malian territory.

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