On May 5, 2026, six Moroccan trucks were set on fire in the Kidal region of northern Mali, according to local sources and security officials. The incident occurred near the town of Tessalit, an area known for instability and the presence of armed groups. No casualties were reported, and the drivers were unharmed.
The trucks were part of a convoy transporting goods from Algeria to Mali, a common route for trade in the Sahel region. The attack has not been claimed by any group, but suspicion falls on jihadist factions active in the area, such as the Group for Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM).
Malian authorities have launched an investigation, and the Moroccan embassy in Bamako has been informed. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in northern Mali, where violence has persisted despite peace agreements and international military presence.
