Bamako: Human Rights Watch (HRW) has alleged that an air strike carried out by Russia’s Africa Corps in Mali resulted in the deaths of several civilians. According to the rights organization, the attack struck an area where non-combatants were present, raising concerns about civilian protection during military operations.
HRW has called for an independent investigation into the incident and urged all parties involved in the conflict to comply with international humanitarian law. The organization stressed that military actions must distinguish between civilians and combatants to prevent unnecessary casualties.
Russian and Malian authorities have not publicly confirmed the allegations, and details surrounding the strike remain disputed. The incident comes amid ongoing security operations in Mali, where government forces and their allies continue to fight armed militant groups.
