Russia's Africa Corps killed civilians in Mali in an 'indiscriminate' attack, a rights group said. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
According to the rights group, the attack occurred in central Mali, resulting in the deaths of several civilians. The organization described the actions as 'indiscriminate' and a violation of international humanitarian law.
Reuters reports that the incident adds to concerns about Russia's military involvement in Africa. The Africa Corps is part of Russia's military forces in Africa, which has been involved in conflicts in Mali in recent years.
The rights group called on Mali's government and the international community to investigate the incident and hold those responsible accountable. The circumstances of the incident are not fully known, but more information is expected on the number of victims and their condition.
The incident highlights the volatile security situation in Mali, where various armed groups and foreign forces operate. The actions of Russia's Africa Corps have drawn international criticism and pose a threat to regional stability.