The French are getting hit hard in Mali. Rest In Peace to their 3 lost Soldiers....

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Deep sadness at the announcement of the deaths of BCH Tanerii MAURI, 1CL Dorian ISSAKHANIAN and 1CL Quentin PAUCHET, engaged in the operation #Barkhane and died in combat. Emoted thoughts from all over @armeedeterre for their family, loved ones and comrades of the #1RCH .

Profonde tristesse à l'annonce des décès du BCH Tanerii MAURI, du 1CL Dorian ISSAKHANIAN et du 1CL Quentin PAUCHET, engagés dans l’opération #Barkhane et morts au combat. Pensées émues de toute l’@armeedeterre pour leur famille, leurs proches et leurs camarades du #1RCH. pic.twitter.com/nA7kxCoOZq

— Chef d'état-major de l'armée de Terre (@CEMAT_FR) December 28, 2020

Have the French launched an offensive in Mali?  It's far off but I wonder if there is a connection with increased activity in Nigeria by the terrorist there. 

Africa.

If you thought Afghanistan was bad wait till you see what that continent has waiting.

Treasure and pain for all that seek it.