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On September 17, 2024, Bamako, Mali's capital, experienced a deadly attack by the al-Qaida-linked group JNIM, targeting a military training academy and airport. The assault resulted in significant casualties, with estimates of up to 100 dead and hundreds injured, underscoring the deteriorating security situation in the Sahel region amid ongoing military coups and extremist violence.
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BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner faced humiliation on a LOT Polish Airlines flight, crawling to the toilet due to the absence of onboard wheelchairs. Gardner criticized the airline's policy, highlighting ongoing accessibility issues for disabled passengers. LOT has since apologized and is exploring solutions for improved accessibility.
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UK intelligence chief Ken McCallum warns of escalating threats from Russia's GRU and Iranian proxies, highlighting a 48% increase in state threat investigations. Cyberattacks targeting UK ambulance services are part of a broader campaign of aggression amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.