militants

Militants are armed fighters who engage in violent conflict, often against established governments or authorities, and are typically associated with insurgent or terrorist groups.

Why it’s in the news: They are in the news due to a recent battle at a military base in Mali that resulted in dozens of their deaths, according to the army.

Latest on militants

• Battle for Mali base has killed dozens of militants, army says
• Pakistan maintains they targeted militants

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