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Military guns down armed islamic groups in Mali

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April 6, 2022

Human Rights Watch has condemned the execution of an estimated 300 civilians in Mali.

The military operation was allegedly carried out by armed forces and foreign fighters to kill suspected members of armed Islamic groups.

Human Rights Watch says the massacre is the “worst single atrocity” in Mali’s decade-long conflict.

Last week, Mali’s defence ministry said 203 terrorists were killed during a military operation.

Locals saymany armed foreigners, believed to be Russians, were taking part in military operations in and around central Mali.

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Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.