INTERNATIONAL

Three Indian Nationals Abducted in Mali by Al -Qaida Terrorists ; India Urges Swift Action for Their Release

Share

NDC DESK

New Delhi, July 3 : ” The Government of India has voiced deep concern over the abduction of three Indian citizens in Mali, following a wave of violent attacks reportedly carried out by Al-Qaeda-linked militants in the West African nation.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the incident took place on July 1 at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes, where the three Indians were employed. Armed assailants launched a coordinated assault on the facility, forcibly taking the Indian nationals hostage.

“The incident occurred when a group of armed assailants carried out a coordinated attack at the factory premises and forcibly took three Indian nationals as hostages”,the MEA said in an official statement on Wednesday.

The Indian government also noted that several military and government installations across western and central Mali came under attack the same day, further destabilizing the already volatile region.

Although no group has formally claimed responsibility for the abduction, Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated organization, has admitted to carrying out multiple attacks throughout Mali on July 1. The group has a history of targeting foreign nationals and government infrastructure.

India has urged Malian authorities to take immediate steps to ensure the safety and early release of the abducted individuals.

The situation remains fluid, and efforts are ongoing to establish contact and secure the safe return of the hostages.

ndcadmin

Recent Posts

Trump Imposes 25% Tariff and Additional Penalty on India Over Russian Defense and Oil Ties

New Delhi Chronicle Desk New Delhi: In a sharp escalation of trade tensions, U.S. President…

8 hours ago

Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad Proposes Dedicated Fund for OBC Entrepreneurs to Boost Inclusive Growth

Written by Neetha Bopaiah Bengaluru | July 30: Karnataka Labour Minister Santosh Lad has written…

11 hours ago

Himachal Pradesh High Court: Caste Assigned at Birth Cannot Change Through Marriage

In a significant ruling, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has held that caste is determined…

1 day ago

Saiyaara Box Office: Mohit Suri’s Romantic Drama Overtakes Dangal, Secures 8th Spot in All-Time Second Weekend Chart

New Delhi Chronicle Entertainment Desk Mumbai: Bollywood filmmaker Mohit Suri’s latest romantic drama Saiyaara, featuring…

2 days ago

Modi’s Tamil Nadu Visit Strengthens BJP-AIADMK Alliance Ahead of 2026 Elections

New Delhi Chronicle Staff Reporter Chennai/Trichy: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Tamil Nadu…

2 days ago

Suresh Warpudkar Joins BJP with Hundreds of Supporters, Delivering a Big Blow to Congress in Marathwada

New Delhi Chronicle Staff Reporter Mumbai/Parbhani: In a major political shake-up in Maharashtra, senior Congress…

2 days ago