Rebels seize key town of Anéfis as they tighten grip on northern Mali
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Tuareg separatists and al-Qaeda-linked rebels have taken control of the crucial town of Anéfis in northern Mali, marking a significant escalation in their offensive. The Malian army and Russian mercenaries have retreated to the town's main camp as the rebels tightened their grip over the weekend. This takeover could shift the balance of power in the region and raises concerns about increased terrorist activity, destabilizing an area already fraught with conflict.
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