According to Georgy Borisenko, the attacks were repelled in most locations, including Bamako

The ministry notes that the actions "could have the most negative consequences for the entire surrounding region"

Ethnic Tuareg fighters say they are in control of Kidal following a weekend of nationwide attacks, alongside Islamist groups.

Russian forces are withdrawing from the city of Kidal, Mali after a weekend of attacks across the country by Al-Qaeda-linked militants.

According to Georgy Borisenko, the attacks were repelled in most locations, including Bamako

Approximately 12,000 militants were involved in the attempted coup

Kremlin-controlled paramilitaries also alleged it inflicted ‘irreplaceable losses’ on insurgents avoiding civilian casualties