"Breaking: Mali's Military Base Under Attack - Chaos Erupts Near Bamako. A series of loud explosions and sustained gunfire shook the early morning hours near Mali's main military base in Kati, just outside the capital city Bamako. Eyewitnesses describe the scene as chaotic, with soldiers deployed to block off roads in the area in an apparent attempt to secure the perimeter. The attack, which began shortly before 6 a.m., has raised concerns about the safety and stability of the region, where militant groups have been known to operate. Read on for the latest updates on this developing situation."
Two loud explosions and sustained gunfire were heard shortly before 6 a.m. near Mali's main military base Kati outside the capital Bamako, and soldiers were deployed to block off roads in the area, a Reuters witness said.
