New Delhi, Apr 28: New Delhi has strongly condemned the terrorist attacks in Mali that killed Defence Minister Sadio Camara and several others in a wave of coordinated violence across the country.
In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it “strongly condemns the terrorist attacks in Mali targeting multiple locations,” extending condolences to the victims’ families and expressing solidarity with the government and people of Mali. It also conveyed “sincere condolences on the demise of General Sadio Camara,” reaffirming India’s commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms.
Camara was killed in an apparent suicide truck bombing that targeted his residence near the capital Bamako. Government officials said a vehicle laden with explosives rammed into his home, triggering a massive blast. He reportedly engaged the attackers before succumbing to injuries in hospital. The attack also killed members of his family and caused significant damage to nearby structures, including a mosque.
The assault is part of a broader surge in violence, with jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda and the Islamic State, along with separatist factions, launching coordinated strikes across multiple regions including Gao, Kidal and Mopti.
Reports said Mali’s junta leader Assimi Goïta was moved to a secure location after his residence was also targeted. Meanwhile, clashes continued in the north, where separatist groups claimed advances. The attacks mark one of the most intense escalations of violence in recent years in Mali, which has long grappled with insurgencies and instability in the Sahel region.
