The defense official of the Front for the Liberation of Azawad announced the results of two military operations carried out in recent days by Azawad Army forces against positions of the Malian army and Africa Corps mercenaries in the Kidal region, reporting 18 killed and material losses among the targeted forces.
According to the statement, the first operation took place on March 20, 2026, in the Erabedji area of the Kidal region, where a unit of the Azawad Army targeted a movement of Malian forces supported by Russian elements. The operation resulted in the destruction of one military vehicle, the killing of eight Malian soldiers, and several others wounded.
The statement added that the second operation occurred on March 24, 2026, in the city of Aguelhok, Kidal region, where Azawad Army forces carried out an attack using mortar shells and kamikaze drones. The attack reportedly killed ten Africa Corps mercenaries, wounded several others, and destroyed various military equipment.
The Azawad Army also released footage of the operation conducted in Aguelhok, showing kamikaze drones striking inside the targeted camp.
The defense official of the Front for the Liberation of Azawad stated that these operations are part of a series of actions targeting Malian forces and their allies in Azawad, stressing that the army will continue its military operations in the region.
The statement concluded by reaffirming the determination of Azawad forces to continue operations against what they described as occupation forces and their allies, until full control over Azawad territory is achieved.
