Reports are emerging of rebel attacks in northern Mali. The Malian army has confirmed that several towns in the region were targeted, including Gao and Sévaré.

A rebel group, known as the Azawad Liberation Front, has announced a new offensive aimed at capturing a town in the north. The group's spokesperson, Mohamed Elmaouloud Ramadane, made the announcement in a Facebook post.

Further details on the situation are available from the source, including statements from the Malian army and the Azawad Liberation Front. Local readers can refer to the original report for more information on the developing situation in northern Mali.