| 2024 Bamako attacks | |
|---|---|
| Part of the Mali War | |
| Location | multiple locations in Bamako, Mali |
| Date | 17 September 2024 |
| Target | Malian soldiers, gendarmerie and civilians |
Attack type | Gunfire |
| Deaths | 77+ |
| Injured | 255+ |
| Perpetrator |  Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal-Muslimin |
On 17 September 2024, gunmen attacked several locations across Bamako, the capital of Mali, including police and military installations. At least 77 people were killed and more than 200 others were injured. The Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin, an Islamist militant group affiliated with al-Qaeda, claimed responsibility.[1][2]
- ^ "Al-Qaeda-linked group says it was behind Mali attack". BBC. Retrieved 17 September 2024.
- ^ "Jihadist Attacks In Mali Capital Killed More Than 70: Security Sources". Barron's. Retrieved 19 September 2024.