Twenty Malian soldiers held by Tuareg rebels were freed on Sunday as part of an exchange with the rebellion, which has intensified attacks against the army since spring.

The Malian army announced the release of 82 soldiers who had been held hostage by jihadists and separatists.

The U.N. human rights office has called for an investigation into reports of torture and killing of Malian soldiers by insurgents and separatists during a convoy ambush, stating such actions would constitute war crimes.

Two FAMA soldiers in Mali have successfully escaped from their terrorist captors.

Tuareg-led rebels in Mali have reportedly released around 20 Malian soldiers, an action that could impact the ongoing conflict in the region.

Mali's army announced the release of 82 soldiers who had been held hostage for over three months by jihadists and their Tuareg rebel allies.

A joint force of separatists and jihadists has captured many Malian soldiers after taking over a military position in Kidal.

Mauritania is reportedly angry following the escape of Malian soldiers who were held captive by terrorists, with details of the cause of anger pending.

Separatist groups have released six wounded Malian soldiers.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has reported that Russian paramilitaries, fighting alongside Malian soldiers, killed civilians in an air strike in Mali.

General Jean Elysee Dao, the Malian army chief, announced that approximately 30 soldiers were killed and 60 others wounded during the retaking of the key town of Anefis after nearly a week of fighting.

Several Malian soldiers have been arrested on suspicion of complicity following recent attacks carried out by the JNIM and FLA groups, suggesting an internal investigation into potential collaboration with the militant organizations.

Mauritania has expressed anger following the escape of Malian soldiers who were held captive by terrorists, with details suggesting a diplomatic incident or concern over the circumstances.