In Khalil

In Khalil
Arabic: الخلیل
Berber languages: In Xalil
In Khalil
Coordinates: 21°11′24″N 1°2′25″E / 21.19000°N 1.04028°E / 21.19000; 1.04028
Country Mali
RegionKidal
CercleTessalit
Elevation
442 m (1,450 ft)
Population
  Total
207
Time zoneUTC±00:00 (GMT)
Area code7FH352RV+26

In Khalil also known as El Khalil (Arabic: الخلیل, Amazigh language: In Xalil) is a rural commune, belonging to the rural commune of Kidal. Although it belongs to Mali, some houses are in Algeria. It is known for smugglers who slip through cigarettes, fuel, and weapons into Algeria. The village is also notable for being the site of the Battle of Khalil.