Days of terror as militants take over Mozambique town

Palma

Islamist militants have seized control of the northern Mozambique town of Palma. PHOTO | AFP

By  AFP

What you need to know:

  • The coordinated attack last week on the northern Mozambique town of Palma left dozens dead, scores missing and sent thousands fleeing by boat, foot and road to escape a major escalation in the country's three-year insurgency.

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