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Mali News: 3 Indians abducted In Al-Qaeda-linked Terror Strikes In Mali, India Demands Action
Updated: Jul 03, 2025, 03:21 PM IST 3 Indian nationals were abducted from the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes, western Mali. The attack was carried out by heavily armed terrorists suspected to be from Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM),...
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3 Indians abducted amid terror attacks in Mali: Was Al Qaeda-linked JNIM behind it?
Three Indian citizens have been taken hostage in western Mali following a terrorist assault that hit multiple locations in the region on July 1. The attack occurred at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes, where a group of armed men entered the...

Jihadists launch attacks in Mali less than 2 km from Senegal
In a statement released Tuesday, the General Staff of the Armed Forces (EMGA) announced that the positions of the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) in Niono, Molodo, Sandaré, Nioro du Sahel, Gogui, Kayes, and Diboli were simultaneously attacked. The...

Three Indians abducted in Mali amid series of terror attacks, MEA seeks action to secure release
The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday said it was deeply concerned about three Indians having been abducted in Mali amid a series of terrorist attacks in the country. The three Indian men, who were working at the Diamond Cement Factory in...

Aid Cuts Put Vulnerable Children At Further Risk In Burkina Faso
Forced out of their homes by armed groups, displaced families in Burkina Faso rely on humanitarian aid to meet their children's basic needs. Now global budget cuts threaten to undo their fragile safety net. Here's how to help. fter fleeing armed...

Mali: 3 Indians abducted by Al-Qaeda arm; India seeks their safe release
New Delhi, Jul 2 (PTI) India on Wednesday expressed deep concern over abduction of three Indian nationals in Mali amid a series of terrorist attacks in various parts of the West African country. A day after the Indians were abducted, New Delhi on...

3 Indians abducted after largescale terrorist attacks in Mali, India calls upon African nation to secure early release
Three Indians have been abducted in Mali following a terrorist attack reportedly carried out by Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM). According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the Indians were employed at the Diamond...

India urges swift rescue of 3 Indians abducted in Mali terror attack
New Delhi The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed deep concern over the abduction of three Indian workers from a factory in Mali's Kayes region and urged authorities in the West African country to ensure their "safe and expeditious"...

3 Indians abducted by al-Qaeda-linked terrorists in Mali. India condemns ‘deplorable act’
New Delhi: Three Indians have been abducted in Mali amid a series of terrorist attacks in the West African nation. India expressed deep concern over the situation Wednesday and called on the government of Mali to take all necessary measures for...

What's happening in Mali? 3 Indians abducted in Al-Qaeda-linked attack
Three Indian nationals have been abducted in Mali after a terror attack linked to Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), triggering a strong response from the Indian government. The attack took place on July 1 at the...

India concerned over abduction of 3 Indians in Mali amid attacks by al-Qaeda affiliate
India on Wednesday expressed deep concern at the abduction of three Indian nationals in Mali amid attacks by an al-Qaeda affiliate and called on the government of the West African country to take all necessary steps for the safe release of the...

3 Indians abducted by Al Qaida-linked terrorists in Mali, rescue efforts underway
Three Indian nationals working at a cement factory in Mali were abducted by terrorists linked to banned terror outfit al-Qaida, officials confirmed on Thursday. The incident occurred when heavily armed attackers launched a coordinated assault on...
Will the World’s Largest Muslim-Majority Country Slide into Authoritarianism?
While there are continued disputes about the compatibility of Islam and democracy, many Muslim-majority democracies exist. However, most draw comparatively less attention, as they lie outside the world’s focus on the Middle East. Now, many of...

Three Indians Abducted in Al-Qaeda-Linked Attack in Mali; India Demands Urgent Action
Three Indian nationals were abducted in Mali following a terror attack by the Al-Qaeda-affiliated group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes on July 1, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed...

Three Indians abducted in Mali after al-Qaeda-linked terrorists attack factory
The attack took place at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes. The MEA, strongly condemning the incident, further stated that the Indian embassy in Bamako is constantly in touch with local authorities, security agencies, and the families of the...
3 indians abducted from factory amid al-Qaeda linked terrorist attack; India urges Mali to secure their safe, swift release
New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed deep concern over the abduction of three Indian workers from a factory in Mali's Kayes region and urged authorities in the West African country to ensure their...

India Voices Deep Concern Over Abduction of Three Nationals In Mali, Urges Swift Action For Safe Release
India on Wednesday expressed its grave concern over the kidnapping of three Indian nationals in Mali. The incident comes at a time when Mali is once again grappling with a new series of terrorist attacks. According to the Ministry of External...
3 Indians abducted in Mali amid Al-Qaeda-linked terror attacks
India has expressed deep concern over the abduction of three Indian nationals in Mali amid a series of terrorist attacks in various parts of the West African country. A day after the Indians were abducted, New Delhi on Wednesday called upon the...

3 Indians abducted by Al-Qaeda linked terrorists in Mali; MEA calls it 'deplorable', seeks safe return
India on Wednesday expressed deep concern over abduction of three Indian nationals in Mali amid a series of terrorist attacks in various parts of the West African country. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed deep concern...

3 Indians Abducted From Diamond Cement Factory Amid Al-Qaeda-Linked Terror Attack; India Urges Mali To Ensure Safe, Swift Release
3 Indians Abducted From Diamond Cement Factory Amid Al-Qaeda-Linked Terror Attack; India Urges Mali To Ensure Safe, Swift Release | File Pic New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed deep concern over the abduction of three...