At around 6:10 this morning, the MINUSMA camp in Aguelhok was targeted by mortar fire. Preliminary reports indicate that at least four mortar shells landed in the vicinity of the camp. There were no casualties and the attack did not cause any material damage.
MINUSMA peacekeepers immediately reinforced the camp’s security and sent out patrols to locate the area from where the shells were fired and ensure the safety of the civilian population.
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and Head of MINUSMA, Mr. Mongi Hamdi, strongly condemns this cowardly and criminal attack targeting peacekeepers who have come to Mali to assist the Malians in their quest for peace. He reiterates that MINUSMA is resolutely determined to continue to meet its responsibilities in support of Mali and its people.