A RUSSIAN Africa Corps-operated Mil Mi-24 military helicopter was reportedly damaged during a drone attack by MALIAN rebels at Mopti Airport, MALI, on 4 June 2026. The incident occurred while the helicopter was on the ground, with no occupants on board at the time of the attack. Consequently, no fatalities or injuries were reported, although the extent of the aircraft's damage remains unknown. The event highlights the growing use of drone warfare by insurgent groups in the Sahel and the continuing security challenges facing military operations in MALI.
An Aero L-39 Albatros operated by the RUSSIAN Africa Corps was reportedly damaged during a drone attack by MALIAN rebels at Mopti Airport…
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