Macron announces French bases in Mali to begin closing in coming months amid restructuring of Sahel mission

President Emmanuel Macron has said France will start closing its bases in northern Mali before the end of the year, with the move to be completed by the beginning of 2022 as it restructures its military presence in Africa’s Sahel. … Read More >Macron announces French bases in Mali to begin closing in coming months amid restructuring of Sahel mission

France suspends joint military operations with Mali in bid to force ruling junta to transfer power back to civilian leaders

France has halted its joint military operations with Mali’s armed forces, the defense ministry has announced, as it seeks to push the Malian military to cede power back to the democratically-elected government. … Read More >France suspends joint military operations with Mali in bid to force ruling junta to transfer power back to civilian leaders