28 Mar 2018 | 11:41 PM UTC
Mali: Gunmen attack hotel in Bandiagara March 28
Unidentified gunmen attack hotel in Bandiagara (Mopti region) on March 28; at least one guard dead and two hotel staff injured
Event
Unidentified gunmen attacked Hôtel de la Falaise in Bandiagara (Mopti region) at approximately 21:30 (local time) on Wednesday, March 28. A hotel guard died in the attack and two hotel staff were injured. No group has yet claimed the attack.
Context
Hôtel de la Falaise frequently hosts humanitarian workers and United Nations staff in the area.
Advice
The security environment in Mali remains complex, particularly in the north and central regions. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to travel.
