At least twelve civilians were reportedly killed near Tonka, in the Tombouctou region of Mali, according to local sources. The deaths are attributed to a joint operation involving the Malian army and the Russian Africa Corps. The human rights organization CD-DPA (Collectif pour la défense des droits du peuple de l'Azawad/Nord-Mali) reported the incident to RFI. Details surrounding the operation remain scarce, as the Malian army has yet to release an official statement. The reported killings raise concerns about civilian casualties in the ongoing security operations in the region. This incident adds to existing tensions and scrutiny regarding the involvement of the Africa Corps in Mali. Further investigation is needed to ascertain the full circumstances of the event.