UN says $50 million ransom fueled Al-Qaeda offensive in Mali
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Source: AfricaNews
Published: 2026-08-15 19:10 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Africa, International Orgs, World News, Business & Economy
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The United Nations said a ransom of about 50 million dollars, paid in late 2025 for the release of a hostage in Mali, helped finance Al-Qaeda-linked militants and their offensive across West Africa.
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