France Warns Citizens to Evacuate Mali Amid Rising Jihadist Threats
France has advised its citizens to leave Mali urgently due to a two-month-old fuel blockade caused by jihadist insurgents, which has disrupted daily life and security. The blockade, led by al-Qaeda-affiliated groups, has impacted fuel supplies, electricity, and transportation, prompting international and diplomatic evacuations. Mali's ongoing security issues persist despite international efforts and the presence of Russian mercenaries.