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africa26 days ago•7 min saved

US Signals Engagement with Sahel Juntas as Russia Deepens Ties

The United States is shifting its West Africa policy to engage with Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger—junta-led states that have aligned with Russia and broken with France—by sending Nick Checker to Bamako to discuss sovereignty and chart a new security-economics-focused relationship. The move signals a de-emphasis of democracy rhetoric, aims to provide intelligence support and potential weapons without a large-scale military redeployment, and seeks to counter jihadist threats while protecting regional minerals, as Russia’s growing presence in the Sahel prompts Washington to balance Moscow’s influence amid Ecowas’ evolving stance.

via BBC|

#africa #burkina-faso #mali

africa1 month ago•2 min saved

Niger strips licences of drivers over Mali fuel deliveries amid jihadist blockade

Niger’s transport ministry revoked the licences of 14 transport operators and 19 drivers who refused to transport fuel to Mali, where jihadists led by JNIM have blockaded imports and attacked tankers. Mali, which relies on Niger for fuel, has seen shipments disrupted as convoys face militant threats along a 1,400km route; some deliveries have still reached Mali, while planned shipments stalled due to refusals. Sanctions require surrender of licences and documents, highlighting the government's effort to enforce obligations amid the broader insurgency.

via BBC|

#africa #fuel-blockade #jnim

world1 month ago•1 min saved

Mali and Burkina Faso ban US citizens in diplomatic retaliation

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced travel bans on US citizens in response to the US's expanded travel restrictions on their nationals, reflecting a reciprocal move amid strained regional relations and recent coups by military juntas in the region.

via BBC|

#burkina-faso #mali #reciprocity

world1 month ago•1 min saved

Mali and Burkina Faso Ban US Citizens in Diplomatic Retaliation

Mali and Burkina Faso have imposed a travel ban on US citizens in retaliation for the US banning citizens from these countries, reflecting escalating tensions and reciprocal measures amid regional security issues involving armed groups.

via ABC News|

#burkina-faso #mali #reciprocity

world1 month ago•2 min saved

West African Countries Ban US Travelers in Response to Visa Restrictions

Burkina Faso and Mali have announced bans on US nationals in retaliation for the US's visa restrictions on their citizens, reflecting escalating tensions and reciprocal measures amid ongoing security concerns and US travel restrictions expanded by the Trump administration.

via The Guardian|

#burkinafaso #mali #reciprocity

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Jihadist Blockade Threatens Mali's Stability and Security

Jihadist group JNIM has orchestrated a fuel blockade in Mali, severely disrupting daily life, economy, and healthcare, while escalating regional instability and exposing the government's vulnerabilities amid ongoing insurgency and geopolitical shifts.

via BBC|

#economic-impact #fuel-blockade #jihadists

world3 months ago•2 min saved

TikTok Influencer Executed Amid Mali's Jihadist Crisis

A TikTok influencer supporting Mali's military was publicly executed by suspected jihadists in Mali, highlighting the country's deteriorating security situation amid ongoing insurgency, political instability, and increasing violence by jihadist groups like JNIM, which has tightened control over key regions and supply routes, leading to international warnings and calls for urgent intervention.

via The Guardian|

#jihadist-crisis #mali #security

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Mali executes TikTok influencer supporting military

A TikTok influencer supporting Mali's military was abducted and publicly executed by armed men believed to be linked to jihadist groups, highlighting ongoing violence and insecurity in Mali. The incident underscores the dangers faced by social media influencers in conflict zones and the escalating violence in the region.

via CBS News|

#armed-men #jamaat-nusrat-ul-islam-wa-al-muslimin #mali

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Malian TikToker murdered by suspected jihadists over pro-army content

A Malian TikTok influencer supporting the army was abducted and executed by suspected jihadists, amid escalating violence and territorial gains by jihadist groups like JNIM in Mali, which has worsened insecurity and prompted international advisories for nationals to leave Bamako.

via CNN|

#armed-groups #jihadists #mali

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Armed Men Kill Mali TikTok Influencer Mariame Cissé

Mali TikTok influencer Mariame Cissé was abducted and publicly executed by armed men in Mali, likely linked to local militant groups, amid ongoing violence and insecurity in the region.

via NBC News|

#armed-men #mali #mariame-cisse

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Malian TikTok Creator Mariam Cissé Killed by Militants Over Pro-Arm yPosts

A young Malian TikToker, Mariam Cissé, known for supporting the army and posting pro-military content, was kidnapped and executed by suspected jihadists, highlighting the ongoing security crisis in Mali amid jihadist blockades and insurgency.

via BBC|

#jihadist-crisis #mali #mariam-cisse

world3 months ago•1 min saved

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.

via BBC|

#france #fuel-blockade #jihadist-insurgents

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Jihadist Encirclement Threatens Mali's Stability

The al-Qaida-linked group JNIM is escalating its attacks in Mali, blocking supply routes and threatening to turn Mali into an Islamist state, while the country faces political instability, fuel shortages, and potential further coups, with international warnings urging citizens to evacuate.

via The Guardian|

#coup #islamist #jnim

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Jihadists Encircle Mali's Capital as Al-Qaeda Threatens Full Control

Jihadist groups are surrounding Mali's capital as they advance towards seizing power, escalating the ongoing conflict and security concerns in the region.

via Financial Times|

#capital-encirclement #conflict #jihadis

world5 months ago•1 min saved

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Withdraw from ICC

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, criticizing it as a neo-colonialist tool and citing its failure to prosecute serious crimes, while seeking to establish their own justice mechanisms amid regional instability and increased ties with Russia.

via BBC|

#burkina-faso #icc #mali