On September 10, militants linked to the Islamic State in the Sahel (JNIM) carried out a major attack on the Malian military. The assault targeted the Dioura military camp, located in central Mali. This attack underscored the challenges faced by Mali's armed forces, known as the Malian Armed Forces (FAMa), and their Russian military partners who have been assisting in counterterrorism efforts in the region. The Malian military's general staff did not release specific numbers of casualties but confirmed that there were losses on both sides. A second attack took place on Saturday, September 19, in the airport area of Sévaré, another central town in Mali. These attacks have drawn attention to the increasing frequency and intensity of violence in the region, which has long been plagued by instability and conflict. The attacks are part of a broader pattern of violence involving various armed groups in the Sahel. Some local and international sources have reported that the attacks over the past 10 days may have resulted in at least 150 deaths. However, these figures are not officially confirmed, and the true toll remains unclear due to the lack of detailed information from authorities. The attacks have raised concerns about the security situation in Mali and the effectiveness of current military and counterterrorism strategies. Mali has been struggling with an ongoing conflict involving multiple armed groups, including JNIM, which is an alliance of jihadist organizations. The country has also received military support from Russia, which has deployed troops and provided training to the Malian Armed Forces. The recent attacks have highlighted the complex and volatile nature of the conflict, as well as the challenges in achieving lasting security in the region.