Mali government says rebels attacking northern towns

In Mali, the government has reported attacks by rebel groups on several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré. The Azawad Liberation Front announced a new offensive aimed at capturing the town of Anefis. This escalation in violence highlights the ongoing instability in the region, which has been plagued by conflict for years. The situation underscores the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the tensions between the government and various rebel factions.