Mali's junta more vulnerable than ever after weekend attacks
Le Monde
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The situation in Mali remained highly unstable after unprecedented large-scale attacks on several cities, including Bamako, by jihadists from Nusrat al-Islam (GSIM, affiliated with al-Qaida), allied with northern pro-independence groups, on Saturday.
The junta's number two, a key figure in the alliance with Russia, was killed.
Mali junta reels after attacks
- Mali live: Army says armed 'terrorist' groups launch attacks on military positions nationwide France 24 —
- Gunfire heard near Mali’s main international airport in the capital, AP reporter and residents say AP News —
- Loud blasts, gunfire heard near Mali's main military camp, Reuters witness says The Straits Times —
- Loud blasts, gunfire heard near Mali's main military camp, Reuters witness says - Reuters Reuters —
- Gunfire and blasts rock Mali as attackers hit capital and other cities, residents say ABC News —