On Tuesday, armed men attacked a military training camp in Bamako, Mali, resulting in explosions and prompting the government to temporarily close the airport. The military confirmed the attack targeted the Faladie gendarmerie school and stated that the situation is now under control, although details on casualties remain unclear. The group JNIM, linked to al-Qaeda, claimed responsibility through its media outlet, asserting significant losses inflicted on the military. Residents reported hearing gunfire and seeing smoke rising from various locations in the city. Mali has faced a persistent Islamist insurgency for over a decade, exacerbated by military coups and the expulsion of foreign troops, leading to increased reliance on Russian mercenaries for security. The international community remains concerned as violence continues without resolution.