3 Indians abducted by terrorists in Mali; ministry 'deeply concerned'

On July 1, three Indian nationals were abducted in Mali, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement on Wednesday, July 2, adding that it expresses "deep concern".

The abduction occurred at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes, Mali, when a group of armed assailants carried out a coordinated attack at the factory premises and forcibly took three employees as hostages.

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The authority said that the Embassy of India in Bamako is in close and constant communication with relevant authorities. Adding that the Mission is also in touch with the family members of the abducted Indian nationals.

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"The Government of India unequivocally condemns this deplorable act of violence and calls upon the Government of the Republic of Mali to take all necessary measures to secure the safe and expeditious release of the abducted Indian nationals."

"Senior officials of the Ministry are closely monitoring the evolving situation and remain engaged at various levels to facilitate safe and early release of Indian Nationals," MEA says.