Goïta Assumes Mali Defence Portfolio After Camara’s Death on April 25
General Assimi Goïta, Mali’s transitional leader, has formally taken over as Minister of Defence, according to a decree announced on Monday, May 4. He replaces […]
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France urges nationals to leave Mali amid escalating terrorism attacks and rebel offensives
France has advised its citizens in Mali to “plan a temporary departure as soon as possible” via remaining commercial flights, following a sharp deterioration in […]
Goïta Vows Sustained Military Offensive After April 25 Attacks in Mali
Mali’s Transitional President, Assimi Goïta, has pledged that military operations will continue until all groups responsible for the April 25 attacks are neutralized and national […]
Mali Defence Minister Killed in Coordinated Jihadist Assault as Nationwide Attacks Intensify
Mali’s Defence minister, Sadio Camara, was killed after sustaining injuries from a suicide truck bombing that targeted his residence in Kati near the capital, Bamako, […]
Dozens of Malian Soldiers Arrested Over Alleged Coup Plot Amid Rising Political Tensions
Dozens of soldiers in Mali have been detained on allegations of plotting to overthrow the country’s military Government, according to multiple sources. Reports suggest the […]
Mali’s Military Leader Assimi Goita Grants Himself Renewable Five-Year Term Without Election
Mali’s transitional President, General Assimi Goita, has officially granted himself a five-year presidential mandate, renewable “as many times as necessary” without the need for an […]
Mali Deepens Strategic Alliance with Russia Through Trade and Nuclear Cooperation Agreements
Mali and Russia have signed a raft of new agreements aimed at expanding bilateral trade and intensifying economic collaboration, with a significant focus on nuclear […]
Mali’s Junta Leader Visits Russia Amid Rising Insurgent Attacks and Wagner Withdrawal
Mali’s military leader, General Assimi Goita, arrived in Moscow on Sunday, June 22, for a State visit aimed at strengthening ties with Russia amid a […]
African Union Pledges Support for Sahel Security and Development Amid Rising Instability
The African Union has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating security situation in the Sahel and pledged to support regional efforts to combat terrorism and […]
Mali Junta Moves to Extend Military Rule by Five Years, Deepening Democratic Uncertainty
Mali’s military-led government has approved a bill that would allow transitional leader Gen. Assimi Goita to remain in power for another five years, signalling a […]