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Al-Qaida- and Islamic State-linked violence in Africa's Sahel nears record levels

Violence linked to al-Qaida and Islamic State affiliates in the Sahel is projected to reach record levels this year. The trend indicates continued expansion or intensification of militant activity across the region.

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Escalating jihadist violence threatens civilians, regional stability and already fragile state authority across the Sahel.

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  1. Al-Qaida and IS-linked violence in Africa's Sahel belt set to hit record levels this year ↗aol.co.uk · Recorded source date: Sep 16, 2026, 6:16 AM UTC
  2. Al-Qaida and IS-linked violence in Africa's Sahel belt set to hit record levels this year | Africa ↗theguardian.com · Recorded source date: Sep 16, 2026, 6:17 AM UTC

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