JNIM claims to have repelled the Army Africa Corps advance north of Niono in 2026
Mali JNIM claimed that 7 soldiers of the Army-Africa Corps were killed, two military vehicles were destroyed, and two DJI drones, hand grenades, and ammunition were seized, repelling an Army-Africa Corps advance north of Niono. The attack was also recorded by a drone.
Mali JNIM claims to have repelled the Army-Africa Corps advance north of Niono
JNIM Claims Attack on Russian Africa Corps North of Niono, Mali
Mali — September 29, 2026
Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) claimed that its fighters attacked Russian Africa Corps personnel north of Niono, Mali, on the morning of September 29, 2026.
According to the group’s statement, the attack resulted in the capture of one Russian Africa Corps soldier, injuries to seven personnel, and the destruction of two military vehicles.
JNIM also claimed that its fighters seized two Kalashnikov rifles, three machine guns, one launcher, a motorcycle, two DJI drones, 17 handheld radios, ammunition, and other supplies.
The group stated that it suffered no casualties and that its fighters withdrew from the area. It also disputed reports from official sources and media outlets affiliated with opposing forces that claimed otherwise.
The reported casualties, captured equipment, and other details have not been independently verified.
Source: JNIM statement, No. 443, published via Az-Zallaqa on September 29, 2026.
