HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...Attack on Civilians in Mali hide Attack on Civilians in Mali Press Statement Ned Price, Department Spokesperson December 5, 2021 The United States strongly condemns the attack on civilians on Saturday near Bandiagara, Mali, which left 31 dead and 17 injured. We extend our deepest condolences to the Malian people and will continue to partner with them in their pursuit of a safe, prosperous, and democratic future. Tags Bureau of African Affairs Mali Office of the Spokesperson