Conflict Research
@conflictwatch.bsky.social
Irish 🇮🇪 Remote Operations Security Advisor.
Based in Africa, monitoring conflict principally in North Africa & the Sahel Region.
https://www.instagram.com/conflict_watch68
Based in Africa, monitoring conflict principally in North Africa & the Sahel Region.
https://www.instagram.com/conflict_watch68
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This is a sideline project from my actual day job, the idea is to focus on the largely unreported events primarily in the Sahel but also covering other countries in North Africa.
I am occasionally offline, I do occasionally miss events (tips are welcome via DM).
Questions are ALWAYS welcome.
I am occasionally offline, I do occasionally miss events (tips are welcome via DM).
Questions are ALWAYS welcome.
Three hostages held by the JNIM in Mali were released after a record ransom, estimated between 50 and 70 million dollars.
Malian authorities also negotiated the release of terrorist prisoners in exchange for allowing fuel convoys to reach the capital.
Interview with @simnasr.bsky.social
Malian authorities also negotiated the release of terrorist prisoners in exchange for allowing fuel convoys to reach the capital.
Interview with @simnasr.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Three hostages held by the JNIM in Mali were released after a record ransom, estimated between 50 and 70 million dollars.
Malian authorities also negotiated the release of terrorist prisoners in exchange for allowing fuel convoys to reach the capital.
Interview with @simnasr.bsky.social
Malian authorities also negotiated the release of terrorist prisoners in exchange for allowing fuel convoys to reach the capital.
Interview with @simnasr.bsky.social
Video reportedly from #BurkinaFaso showing JNIM fighters allowing children handle their weapons
October 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Video reportedly from #BurkinaFaso showing JNIM fighters allowing children handle their weapons
23.10 #Mali
Mahmud Barry, JNIM spokesman, released an audio message ordering the residents of Léré to leave the town by the 26.10, warning residents that if they come to harm that they only have themselves to blame for not respecting the conditions for lifting the siege of the town.
Mahmud Barry, JNIM spokesman, released an audio message ordering the residents of Léré to leave the town by the 26.10, warning residents that if they come to harm that they only have themselves to blame for not respecting the conditions for lifting the siege of the town.
October 30, 2025 at 1:11 AM
23.10 #Mali
Mahmud Barry, JNIM spokesman, released an audio message ordering the residents of Léré to leave the town by the 26.10, warning residents that if they come to harm that they only have themselves to blame for not respecting the conditions for lifting the siege of the town.
Mahmud Barry, JNIM spokesman, released an audio message ordering the residents of Léré to leave the town by the 26.10, warning residents that if they come to harm that they only have themselves to blame for not respecting the conditions for lifting the siege of the town.
29.10 #Mali
There are reports that 02 Emiratis kidnapped by JNIM in September have been freed following negotiations and a 'large ransom', apparently $50 million.
Other reports state that 20 JNIM prisoners were also freed.
There are reports that 02 Emiratis kidnapped by JNIM in September have been freed following negotiations and a 'large ransom', apparently $50 million.
Other reports state that 20 JNIM prisoners were also freed.
October 29, 2025 at 10:37 PM
29.10 #Mali
There are reports that 02 Emiratis kidnapped by JNIM in September have been freed following negotiations and a 'large ransom', apparently $50 million.
Other reports state that 20 JNIM prisoners were also freed.
There are reports that 02 Emiratis kidnapped by JNIM in September have been freed following negotiations and a 'large ransom', apparently $50 million.
Other reports state that 20 JNIM prisoners were also freed.
22.10 #Niger
A report from Radio France Internationale a US national Kevin Rideout was reportedly kidnapped by three men near the grand Bravia Hotel, in the city center, just a few hundred meters from the presidential palace.
48 year old Rideout, works with NGO Serving In Mission, also known as SIM
A report from Radio France Internationale a US national Kevin Rideout was reportedly kidnapped by three men near the grand Bravia Hotel, in the city center, just a few hundred meters from the presidential palace.
48 year old Rideout, works with NGO Serving In Mission, also known as SIM
October 29, 2025 at 10:28 PM
22.10 #Niger
A report from Radio France Internationale a US national Kevin Rideout was reportedly kidnapped by three men near the grand Bravia Hotel, in the city center, just a few hundred meters from the presidential palace.
48 year old Rideout, works with NGO Serving In Mission, also known as SIM
A report from Radio France Internationale a US national Kevin Rideout was reportedly kidnapped by three men near the grand Bravia Hotel, in the city center, just a few hundred meters from the presidential palace.
48 year old Rideout, works with NGO Serving In Mission, also known as SIM
28.10 #Mali
According to pro-government sources, the JNIM commander in the Baoule Forest area (Radwan Al Ansari - according to a Russian language Telegram channel) was killed in clashes with Security Forces.
According to pro-government sources, the JNIM commander in the Baoule Forest area (Radwan Al Ansari - according to a Russian language Telegram channel) was killed in clashes with Security Forces.
October 29, 2025 at 10:06 PM
28.10 #Mali
According to pro-government sources, the JNIM commander in the Baoule Forest area (Radwan Al Ansari - according to a Russian language Telegram channel) was killed in clashes with Security Forces.
According to pro-government sources, the JNIM commander in the Baoule Forest area (Radwan Al Ansari - according to a Russian language Telegram channel) was killed in clashes with Security Forces.
29.10 #BurkinaFaso
Following an attack on the 27.10 JNIM returned to the village complex of Kossouka attacking the village of Yamsindé, in Yatenga province.
A casualty count is unavailable, but reported to be significant.
Following an attack on the 27.10 JNIM returned to the village complex of Kossouka attacking the village of Yamsindé, in Yatenga province.
A casualty count is unavailable, but reported to be significant.
October 29, 2025 at 9:59 PM
29.10 #BurkinaFaso
Following an attack on the 27.10 JNIM returned to the village complex of Kossouka attacking the village of Yamsindé, in Yatenga province.
A casualty count is unavailable, but reported to be significant.
Following an attack on the 27.10 JNIM returned to the village complex of Kossouka attacking the village of Yamsindé, in Yatenga province.
A casualty count is unavailable, but reported to be significant.
27.10 #Niger
At least 17 civilians were killed in a drone strike on the market place of the village of Tchimbarkawa in the Abala-Filingué department, of the Tillabéri region.
At least 17 civilians were killed in a drone strike on the market place of the village of Tchimbarkawa in the Abala-Filingué department, of the Tillabéri region.
October 29, 2025 at 9:51 PM
27.10 #Niger
At least 17 civilians were killed in a drone strike on the market place of the village of Tchimbarkawa in the Abala-Filingué department, of the Tillabéri region.
At least 17 civilians were killed in a drone strike on the market place of the village of Tchimbarkawa in the Abala-Filingué department, of the Tillabéri region.
#Mali
According to Radio France International, Security Forces and Dozo militia reportedly killed 30+ civilians herding livestock near Markala (Segou region) on Thursday ( 23.10), burying them in mass graves.
According to Radio France International, Security Forces and Dozo militia reportedly killed 30+ civilians herding livestock near Markala (Segou region) on Thursday ( 23.10), burying them in mass graves.
October 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
#Mali
According to Radio France International, Security Forces and Dozo militia reportedly killed 30+ civilians herding livestock near Markala (Segou region) on Thursday ( 23.10), burying them in mass graves.
According to Radio France International, Security Forces and Dozo militia reportedly killed 30+ civilians herding livestock near Markala (Segou region) on Thursday ( 23.10), burying them in mass graves.
27.10 #BurkinaFaso
Video footage from social media from the aftermath of the attack in Kossouka / Yatenga area. 10 civilians were killed.
Residents of the area have reportedly started leaving the locality.
Video footage from social media from the aftermath of the attack in Kossouka / Yatenga area. 10 civilians were killed.
Residents of the area have reportedly started leaving the locality.
October 28, 2025 at 8:52 PM
27.10 #BurkinaFaso
Video footage from social media from the aftermath of the attack in Kossouka / Yatenga area. 10 civilians were killed.
Residents of the area have reportedly started leaving the locality.
Video footage from social media from the aftermath of the attack in Kossouka / Yatenga area. 10 civilians were killed.
Residents of the area have reportedly started leaving the locality.
15.10 #BurkinaFaso
JNIM carried out an attack on a Security Forces position at Bagamoussa in the Koulpelogo area capturing weapons and vehicles.
JNIM carried out an attack on a Security Forces position at Bagamoussa in the Koulpelogo area capturing weapons and vehicles.
October 15, 2025 at 9:09 PM
15.10 #BurkinaFaso
JNIM carried out an attack on a Security Forces position at Bagamoussa in the Koulpelogo area capturing weapons and vehicles.
JNIM carried out an attack on a Security Forces position at Bagamoussa in the Koulpelogo area capturing weapons and vehicles.
JNIM has posted video footage of the group’s attack on San
October 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM
JNIM has posted video footage of the group’s attack on San
Former Jihadist Fighters Join Niger Army.
thedefensepost.com/2025/10/14/j...
thedefensepost.com/2025/10/14/j...
Former Jihadist Fighters Join Niger Army
Ex-jihadists who "repented" have successfully been integrated into the Nigerien army after several months of training.
thedefensepost.com
October 15, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Former Jihadist Fighters Join Niger Army.
thedefensepost.com/2025/10/14/j...
thedefensepost.com/2025/10/14/j...
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"Mali : 2025, année de la culture, mais quelle culture ?"
Une chronique de Bokar Sangaré, Chercheur à SciencePo ULB (REPI Recherche et Etudes en Politique Internationale) à Libération.
www.liberation.fr/internationa...
"Mali : 2025, année de la culture, mais quelle culture ?"
Une chronique de Bokar Sangaré, Chercheur à SciencePo ULB (REPI Recherche et Etudes en Politique Internationale) à Libération.
www.liberation.fr/internationa...
Mali : 2025, année de la culture, mais quelle culture ?
Le secteur artistique malien mérite d’être célébré à travers les mouvements de la culture contemporaine, au lieu d’être ramené au discours figé des autorités sur le retour aux valeurs anciennes et tra...
www.liberation.fr
October 12, 2025 at 7:41 AM
[Média]
"Mali : 2025, année de la culture, mais quelle culture ?"
Une chronique de Bokar Sangaré, Chercheur à SciencePo ULB (REPI Recherche et Etudes en Politique Internationale) à Libération.
www.liberation.fr/internationa...
"Mali : 2025, année de la culture, mais quelle culture ?"
Une chronique de Bokar Sangaré, Chercheur à SciencePo ULB (REPI Recherche et Etudes en Politique Internationale) à Libération.
www.liberation.fr/internationa...
14.10 #Mali
JNIM took control of two military points in San & Segou.
A Security Forces vehicle was targeted with an IED between Sikasso & Loulouni
Security Forces announced that 20 terrorists were killed & quantities of ammunition were seized in operations around Niono, Balle Were & Balle Pont
JNIM took control of two military points in San & Segou.
A Security Forces vehicle was targeted with an IED between Sikasso & Loulouni
Security Forces announced that 20 terrorists were killed & quantities of ammunition were seized in operations around Niono, Balle Were & Balle Pont
October 15, 2025 at 7:48 AM
14.10 #Mali
JNIM took control of two military points in San & Segou.
A Security Forces vehicle was targeted with an IED between Sikasso & Loulouni
Security Forces announced that 20 terrorists were killed & quantities of ammunition were seized in operations around Niono, Balle Were & Balle Pont
JNIM took control of two military points in San & Segou.
A Security Forces vehicle was targeted with an IED between Sikasso & Loulouni
Security Forces announced that 20 terrorists were killed & quantities of ammunition were seized in operations around Niono, Balle Were & Balle Pont
From hunters to militias: The militarization of Dozos in Mali
acleddata.com/report/hunte...
acleddata.com/report/hunte...
From hunters to militias: The militarization of Dozos in Mali
The first in a series on militarized self-defense and vigilantism, this report examines the structure, operations, evolution, and impact of Dozo self-defense groups in central Mali.
acleddata.com
October 14, 2025 at 3:53 PM
From hunters to militias: The militarization of Dozos in Mali
acleddata.com/report/hunte...
acleddata.com/report/hunte...
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US news outlets refuse to sign new Pentagon rules to report only official information www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
US news outlets refuse to sign new Pentagon rules to report only official information
Defense department policy requires outlets to vow not to obtain unauthorized files and restricts access to some areas
www.theguardian.com
October 14, 2025 at 6:01 AM
US news outlets refuse to sign new Pentagon rules to report only official information www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
13.10 #Libya
A young boy was killed and several civilians were injured when shells struck a residential area in the city of Al Zawiya, west the Tripoli.
The security situation has been tense for a prolonged period of time and inter-factional fighting is commonplace in the Western Libyan capital.
A young boy was killed and several civilians were injured when shells struck a residential area in the city of Al Zawiya, west the Tripoli.
The security situation has been tense for a prolonged period of time and inter-factional fighting is commonplace in the Western Libyan capital.
October 13, 2025 at 5:13 PM
13.10 #Libya
A young boy was killed and several civilians were injured when shells struck a residential area in the city of Al Zawiya, west the Tripoli.
The security situation has been tense for a prolonged period of time and inter-factional fighting is commonplace in the Western Libyan capital.
A young boy was killed and several civilians were injured when shells struck a residential area in the city of Al Zawiya, west the Tripoli.
The security situation has been tense for a prolonged period of time and inter-factional fighting is commonplace in the Western Libyan capital.
13.10 #Mali
Video has been posted showing a number of civilians wounded and killed including children reportedly following a Security Forces drone strike outside of Gourma-Rharous in the Timbuktu region.
Video has been posted showing a number of civilians wounded and killed including children reportedly following a Security Forces drone strike outside of Gourma-Rharous in the Timbuktu region.
October 13, 2025 at 3:43 PM
13.10 #Mali
Video has been posted showing a number of civilians wounded and killed including children reportedly following a Security Forces drone strike outside of Gourma-Rharous in the Timbuktu region.
Video has been posted showing a number of civilians wounded and killed including children reportedly following a Security Forces drone strike outside of Gourma-Rharous in the Timbuktu region.
13.10 #Mali
JNIM claimed responsibility detonating an IED against a Security Forces patrol on the main road between Kita and Bamako
The group also attacked a convoy between Kolondieba and Kidiana, Sikasso region on the border with Ivory Coast this morning.
JNIM claimed responsibility detonating an IED against a Security Forces patrol on the main road between Kita and Bamako
The group also attacked a convoy between Kolondieba and Kidiana, Sikasso region on the border with Ivory Coast this morning.
October 13, 2025 at 1:36 PM
13.10 #Mali
JNIM claimed responsibility detonating an IED against a Security Forces patrol on the main road between Kita and Bamako
The group also attacked a convoy between Kolondieba and Kidiana, Sikasso region on the border with Ivory Coast this morning.
JNIM claimed responsibility detonating an IED against a Security Forces patrol on the main road between Kita and Bamako
The group also attacked a convoy between Kolondieba and Kidiana, Sikasso region on the border with Ivory Coast this morning.