events of the week from October 27th to the 31st

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10/27/2022

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5 terrorists shot and their weapons seized

Military units maneuvering in the KONGOUSSI area (Bam Province, North Central Region) ambushed a group of terrorists in the early morning hours of Thursday, October 27, 2022. The brutality of the fire combined with the surprise effect created a stampede in the enemy ranks. 05 terrorists were killed and their weapons were seized. Motorcycles and means of communication were also recovered.

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Terrorists attacked the police station in Bereba

On October 27, terrorists attacked the police station in Bereba. There was significant material damage and the town hall was burned.

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Terrorists opened fire on the police station

On October 27, terrorists opened fire on the police station in Koundougou. Material damage was recorded.

10/28/2022

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Demonstration in Ouagadougou against the retention of 5 ministers of Damiba

Calls for demonstrations occured since the announcement of the government of Me Kyélem de Tambèla to challenge the choice of certain ministers and the retention of 5 ministers of the power of Lieutenant Colonel Damiba.

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Unidentified armed men attacked Taparko

During the night of October 27-28, unidentified armed men attacked Taparko in the Namentenga region. The police station was burned and a vehicle was taken away.

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The French warship "Le Tonnere" arrived in Côte d'Ivoire

The French warship “Le Tonnere” currently deployed in the Gulf of Guinea as part of a mission to combat illegal fishing, drug trafficking and piracy arrived Thursday in Abidjan.

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JNIM claimed responsibility for an attack on the Malian army and the Wagner group by targeting their car with an explosive device

JNIM claimed responsibility for an attack on the Malian army and the Wagner group by targeting their car with an explosive device between Karangna and Koury in southern Mali on October 25. The attack left several people dead and several injured.

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4 women and 1 boy died following the explosion of a cart

Four women and one boy died when a cart exploded on October 28 in Mougué in the Diallassagou commune of Mali. The cart ran over an improvised explosive device; only one baby survived. The Malian Armed Forces went on patrol to detect the explosive devices and find the perpetrators.

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Major clash pitted fighters of the Macina Katiba against FAMa with Russians and militiamen affiliated with Dan Na Ambassagou

A major confrontation pitted fighters of the Macina Katiba against FAMa, Russians and militiamen affiliated with Dan Na Ambassagou near Nando.

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Pro-government demonstration in Ouagadougou

Demonstrators blocked the road to other demonstrators and asked them to let President Traoré’s government do its job.

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Unidentified armed men attacked the town of Bondokuy

On the evening of October 28, HANI attacked the town of Bondokuy. The town hall, prefecture, and inspectorate were burned.

Confrontation between two rival factions in New Tulaku

According to the police, an initial investigation revealed that a misunderstanding between two rival factions at the New Tulaku meat market led to the attack during which six people were injured.

10/29/2022

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Anti-French demonstration in Ouagadougou

An anti-French demonstration occured in Ouagadougou on October 29, 2022.

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Clash between Al-Nusra and ISGS in Menaka

Following a battle between Al-Nusra and ISGS in the Tamlet area of Menaka, Nasrat Islam and the Muslims took control of the area after being expelled by EIGS members.

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Jerome Hugonnot, a French-Australian, was kidnapped in Wadi Fira

A French-Australian, Jerome Hugonnot, was abducted in the afternoon of October 28, 2022 in the province of Wadi Fira in eastern Chad. The announcement was made by Chadian government spokesman Aziz Mahamat Saleh on October 29. The victim, who is the manager of the Oryx Park for the NGO Sahara Conservation Fund, was captured by unidentified men.

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Ambush by several armed individuals against the army

A violent ambush by several armed individuals against the army in Natiaboani in Gourma province resulted in the death of 13 soldier.

10/30/2022

Nigerian troops repel terrorist attack on military base

The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) reported that an attack was aborted by the quick and combined response of the military and men from the 401 Air Combat Training Group in New Bussa.

Chad

The French-Australian hostage has been found and kept safe

Prime Minister Saleh Kebzabo announced the release of the French-Australian hostage abducted in Wadi-Fira by unidentified men. “I have just learned that the French-Australian hostage abducted 24 hours ago has been found and brought to safety, in good health. I congratulate our Defense and Security Forces for this prompt and successful action,” Saleh Kebzabo said on Twitter.

Mali

Air strikes from Malian Armed Forces helicopters

Air strikes from Malian Armed Forces helicopters were reported in the Guelegjé area 30 km northeast of Tenankou, Mali. Terrorist sites were reportedly targeted.

Burkina Faso

Destruction of public property

After preaching, unidentified armed men destroyed the police station and the town hall in Dokuy.

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Confrontation between unidentified armed(HANI) men and volunteers for the defense of the homeland (VDP)

Clash between HANI and VDP between Tokabangou and Dambam. HANI side: no exact toll, but what is certain is that the first terrorists called for reinforcements who came to support them. There possibly was a loss.

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Wagner's mercenaries committed a massacre

Wagner’s mercenaries committed a massacre in the town of Guélédié. They carried out air strikes with four helicopters, an attack covered up by the Malian army. More than 75 civilians from the predominantly Fulani community were killed.

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the terrorists give an ultimatum to the population

Terrorists give ultimatum to the population of Anderamboukane to leave the town.

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Unidentified individuals on a motorcycle shot at a shopkeeper

At about 8:00 pm in Mopti, unidentified individuals on a motorcycle shot a shopkeeper at the crossroads in Konna. The victim died.

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A hunter killed by unidentified armed men

A chief hunter was killed on Sunday, October 30, 2022, in Kalalé by armed individuals who broke into his home, located a few blocks from the residence of the town’s mayor. The assailants came on a motorcycle and shot him dead. According to Fraternité FM, this chief hunter is very involved in the security arrangements put in place in the town to counter jihadist attacks. He also collaborates with the armed and defense forces in the area to maintain order and security.

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3 police officers reportedly lost their lives in an attack on a checkpoint

Three police officers reportedly died in an attack on a checkpoint at the border between Maradi and Madarounfa on the afternoon of October 30, 2022.

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A married couple and 11 other people were abducted in northwestern Nigeria

Terrorists struck twice within hours in the same Zamfara area of northwestern Nigeria, kidnapping a group of brides and a group of farmers. The group of women escorting a bride to her wedding was abducted on the road between Zugu and Gadarzaima in Bukuyum Local Government Area around 6 a.m. on October 30. On the same day, at least 11 farmers were abducted on their way to work in their fields about 15 km away in Tajaye village.

10/31/2022

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Attack on the Ahina camp by members of the ISGS

At around 12:00 p.m., armed ISGS elements broke into the Ahina camp in the commune of Anchwadj (Gao region). The terrorists executed civilians before looting the site. A unit of the Imghad and Allied Tuareg Self-Defense Group (GATIA), which was patrolling the area, launched an offensive against the attackers. The terrorists were defeated with about 15 dead in their ranks. Weapons, ammunition and stolen livestock were recovered. The GATIA unit deplores the death of 9 of its fighters during the confrontation and 4 civilians executed by the ISGS.

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