Jihadists urge united front against Mali junta as Bamako blockade begins
Summary
Jihadist fighters in Mali have called for a united uprising against the country’s military leaders and have started a blockade on roads into the capital, Bamako. This follows recent joint attacks on the military junta and raises concerns about growing instability in Mali.Key Facts
- Jihadist group JNIM, allied with Al-Qaeda, urged all groups in Mali to unite to remove the military junta.
- The military junta has been in power since 2020.
- JNIM and Tuareg separatists recently attacked the junta's positions.
- JNIM started blocking key roads to Bamako, stopping many vehicles from entering.
- People already inside Bamako are allowed to leave the city.
- Mali’s defense minister, Sadio Camara, was killed in the recent attacks; a tribute was held under tight security.
- Blockades have caused long vehicle lines at border points important for Mali’s economy.
- Reports mention violent incidents on roads and possible deaths of some drivers, though these claims are not confirmed.
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