Trump considers military strikes in Mali — which would be the 8th country he’s attacked this term - The administration is reportedly mulling a campaign against al-Qaeda-linked JNIM in the junta-contro

Islamic militants and a separatist group have ambushed a Malian army convoy in the north, resulting in the killing or capture of scores of soldiers. The Malian army confirmed the attack, stating

Mali reaffirmed its support for Morocco's Autonomy Plan for the Western Sahara, describing it as the only credible and realistic solution.

Mali's military says it has broken a rebel blockade around a strategic army base in the north as the junta battles a renewed offensive by separatists and al-Qaida-linked militants.

The Republic of Mali has reiterated its “position in favor of Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Sahara region,” while reaffirming its support for the Autonomy Plan presented by Morocco as “the only credible and realistic solution for resolving this regional dispute.

BAMAKO, July 20 (Reuters) - Militants linked to al Qaeda and a Tuareg-led separatist group ambushed a military convoy in northern Mali over the weekend, and a source close to the rebels said more than 50 soldiers and allied Russian fighters were killed and others taken hostage.

Mali and Algeria have reopened their airspace and reinstated ambassadors, ending a diplomatic rift that began over a year ago. The conflict started when

The US has previously enhanced intelligence-sharing with Mali's military government, which has faced criticism for its reliance on Russian mercenaries and alleged human rights abuses.

By Tiemoko Diallo BAMAKO, July 24 (Reuters) - Mali's industrial gold production is expected to remain below 60 metric tons annually through 2029, according to a mines ministry plan seen by Reuters, extending a decline that followed the introduction of a revised mining code and disputes between the state and miners.