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Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Three Indian Nationals Abducted by Al-Qaida-Linked Terrorists in Mali: MEA Condemns, Crisis Deepens
Three Indian workers at a cement factory in Mali have been abducted by suspected al-Qaida-linked terrorists in a coordinated attack on the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes. India's Ministry of External Affairs has strongly condemned the abduction, calling it a 'deplorable act of violence'. The Indian Embassy in Bamako is working closely with local authorities to ensure the safe and swift return of the hostages. The terror group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) is suspected to be behind the assault. MEA has urged Indian nationals in Mali to remain vigilant and in contact with the embassy. With global security tensions rising, this incident marks a disturbing development in the region. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.#malicrisis #indianhostages #alqaida #terrorattack #meaindia #indianabduction #jnim #malinews #breakingnews #globalterror #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews Read More
India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
3 indians abducted from factory amid al-Qaeda linked terrorist attack; India urges Mali to secure their safe, swift release
New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed deep concern over the abduction of three Indian workers from a factory in Mali's Kayes region and urged authorities in the West African country to ensure their 'safe and expeditious' rescue. 'It has come to the knowledge of the Government of India that many military and government installations at multiple locations of western and central Mali were attacked by terrorists on July 1,' the MEA said in a statement on Wedneday. The armed attack took place at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes. Condemning the incident, the MEA said the Indian embassy in Bamako is in constant contact with local authorities, security agencies, and the families of the abducted workers. In its statement, the MEA described the act as 'deplorable' and reaffirmed India's strong stand against violence targeting its citizens abroad. The Embassy of India in Bamako is in close and constant communication with the relevant authorities of the Government of Mali, local law enforcement agencies, as well as the management of Diamond Cement Factory,' the MEA statement read. 'The Government of India unequivocally condemns this deplorable act of violence and calls upon the Government of the Republic of Mali to take all necessary measures to secure the safe and expeditious release of the abducted Indian nationals. Senior officials of the Ministry are closely monitoring the evolving situation and remain engaged at various levels to facilitate safe and early release of Indian Nationals,' it added. The attack on the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes was allegedly carried out by an Al Qaeda linked group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), according to several media reports. The attack was part of a series of assaults on Tuesday targeting Diboli near Mali's border with Senegal, as well as the nearby towns of Kayes and Sandere. Other attacks were reported in Nioro du Sahel and Gogoui, northwest of Bamako near Mauritania's border, and in Molodo and Niono in central Mali, according to Mali's armed forces as cited by Reuters. (ANI)
Scroll.in
a day ago
- Politics
- Scroll.in
Three Indians abducted in Mali amid series of terror attacks, MEA seeks action to secure release
The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday said it was deeply concerned about three Indians having been abducted in Mali amid a series of terrorist attacks in the country. The three Indian men, who were working at the Diamond Cement Factory in the city of Kayes, were taken hostage during a coordinated assault on Tuesday, the foreign ministry said. On July 1, militants in the west African country carried out a series of simultaneous attacks on military posts, the BBC reported. The Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin, a group linked to the Al-Qaeda, claimed responsibility for the attacks. Mali's army said it had repelled the attacks and killed over 80 militants. However, the Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin claimed it had taken control of three barracks, according to the BBC. India's foreign ministry said its embassy in Bamako, the capital of Mali, was in contact with local authorities, the management of the Diamond Cement Factory and the family members of those who have been abducted. Press Release on the recent development in Mali 🔗 : — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) July 2, 2025 'The Government of India unequivocally condemns this deplorable act of violence and calls upon the Government of the Republic of Mali to take all necessary measures to secure the safe and expeditious release of the abducted Indian nationals,' the foreign ministry said. The ministry urged Indians in Mali to remain vigilant and stay in close contact with the Embassy of India in Bamako. Mali, which has been under military rule since 2020, has witnessed violence by insurgent groups linked to the Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State for over a decade.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
India concerned over abduction of 3 Indians in Mali amid attacks by al-Qaeda affiliate
India on Wednesday expressed deep concern at the abduction of three Indian nationals in Mali amid attacks by an al-Qaeda affiliate and called on the government of the West African country to take all necessary steps for the safe release of the kidnapped persons. External affairs minister S Jaishankar. (Photo from X) The Indian nationals working at the Diamond Cement Factory at Kayes in Mali were abducted on July 1, when armed assailants carried out a coordinated attack on the facility, the external affairs ministry said. No one has claimed responsibility yet for the kidnappings. Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) has claimed responsibility for coordinated attacks on military posts across Mali on Tuesday. Mali's armed forces killed 80 fighters while responding to the simultaneous attacks. Many military and government installations at multiple locations in western and central Mali were attacked by terrorists on July 1, the external affairs ministry said. While expressing deep concern at the abduction, the ministry said, 'The government of India unequivocally condemns this deplorable act of violence and calls upon the government of the Republic of Mali to take all necessary measures to secure the safe and expeditious release of the abducted Indian nationals.' The Indian embassy in Bamako is in close and constant contact with authorities in Mali, including local law enforcement agencies, and the management of Diamond Cement Factory to free the abducted Indians. The embassy is also in touch with the family members of the abducted Indians. Senior officials of the external affairs ministry are 'closely monitoring the evolving situation and remain engaged at various levels to facilitate [the] safe and early release of [the] Indian nationals'. The external affairs ministry advised all Indians living in Mali to exercise utmost caution, remain vigilant and stay in close contact with the embassy in Bamako for regular updates and necessary assistance. The number of Indians in Mali could not immediately be ascertained. The ministry said it will extend all possible support to Indians and 'remains committed to ensuring the safe return of the abducted Indian nationals at the earliest'.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Three Indian nationals abducted in Mali amid rising violence; MEA urges swift release
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday confirmed the abduction of three Indian nationals working at the Diamond Cement Factory in the Malian city of Kayes following a coordinated armed attack on July 1. The Indian government has expressed deep concern over the incident and called on the authorities in Mali to take urgent and effective measures to ensure their safe and speedy release. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the MEA said the hostages were taken by a group of unidentified armed assailants who stormed the factory premises. The kidnapping occurred amid a broader wave of coordinated terrorist attacks targeting military and government installations across western and central Mali on the same day. "The Government of India unequivocally condemns this deplorable act of violence and calls upon the Government of the Republic of Mali to take all necessary measures to secure the safe and expeditious release of the abducted Indian nationals," the MEA said. India's embassy in capital Bamako is actively engaged with Malian authorities, local law enforcement, and the management of the Diamond Cement Factory. The embassy is also maintaining communication with the families of the kidnapped workers, providing updates and support. "The safety, security, and welfare of Indian nationals abroad remains a matter of utmost priority," the MEA said.
