[3] In 2013, the Malian Military attacked Tuareg rebels living in the village.

The war was highly criticized by the military, and the press, who claimed that it was too invasive and violent.

[4] The commune has a Saharian climate and is too dry for rain-fed agriculture.

The annual rainfall of around 150 mm occurs between late June and early September.

[1] There are many Kel Adagh in the area, along with multiple small clans.