### [2026-04-30](/feed/2026/04/30/index.md)

##### Mali War
# Russia says that it will continue its military presence in Mali to provide assistance to the Malian government. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/kremlin-says-russian-forces-will-stay-mali-to-fight-extremism-2026-04-30/)

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