Attack on Civilians in Mali

The following press statement was published by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs on Dec. 5, 2021. It is reproduced in full below.

The United States strongly condemns the attack on civilians on Saturday near Bandiagara, Mali, which left 31 dead and 17 injured. We extend our deepest condolences to the Malian people and will continue to partner with them in their pursuit of a safe, prosperous, and democratic future.

Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs