गृहपृष्ठ ∕ International ∕ 8 people killed in armed attack in Mali International 8 people killed in armed attack in Mali KathmanduPati September 12, 2020 Mali : At least eight people were killed and three others injured in an attack by armed men in central Mali, local media reported on Friday, citing sources. According to the Independent newspaper, the attack took place on Wednesday near the town of Bankass, located in the Mopti region, after a period of “calm” followed by operations of the military in the area. The village of Ogoboro was attacked by several unknown armed militants on motorcycles. The attackers also searched and burned the houses and granaries of local residents, causing significant material damage, the publication said. The military, which was close to the site of the attack, was unable to intervene, despite warnings from the local population. (ANI/Sputnik) Write your comments RELATED NEWS Nepal is in priority under ‘neighbours first’ policy: Indian PM… World leaders react to Trump rally shooting North Korea, Russia pledge mutual defense, surprising many observers UN report underscores urgency of hefty financing to rescue SDGs 100 rockets fired at northern Israel after Israel strikes deeper… China targets economic growth of around 5 pct in 2024 Top Headlines Nepal, India sign long-term agreement on electricity export, materializing MoU reached during PM’s visit1 NC, Maoist Centre discuss about NA election2 1.3 kilos of gold confiscated from TIA3 Dhakal recommended as SC chief registrar4 Govt. forms former-judge Poudel led probe commission to investigate Balkumari incident5 President expresses concern over ’emptying’ villages for lack of employment opportunities6 PM Dahal stresses on developing innovative agricultural system7 Manpower agency owner arrested for cheating more than Rs 1.9 million8 TRENDING Once on the Margins, Women Diplomats Are Now Making Their Mark in Nepal’s Foreign Service Sector Pathao, Tootle resume ride sharing services after authorities relax lockdown What Makes Prithivi Narayan Shah a Philosopher and a Truly Democratic King? A phone call that paved the way for RAW Chief’s visit to Nepal What role has the Nepal Army been playing in controlling the coronavirus? National Poet Madhav Prasad Ghimire no more Impact of Social Media on Nepalese Society Why Are Boys Unexpressive?