The Malian government announced that it has filed a complaint against Algeria with international bodies, accusing it of aggressive acts.

In a televised statement, a spokesperson for the military junta stated that a drone belonging to the Malian army was shot down by Algerian forces on the border.

In a swift response, the Malian army carried out airstrikes near the Algerian border, targeting groups described as “terrorist,” allegedly supported by Algeria.

The Algerian government summoned its ambassador to Mali for consultation, and the Algerian Foreign Ministry has not issued any official statement yet, indicating rising tensions between the two countries.

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