Mali coup30 Jun 2023Why UN peacekeepers are being told to leave MaliMali is telling the UN to remove its 12,000 peacekeepers, who had been countering Islamic militants.30 Jun 202314 Nov 2022UK pulls troops from Mali early blaming instabilityBritish soldiers were operating in the country as part of a UN mission countering Islamist extremism.14 Nov 20229 Nov 2022France calls time on anti-jihadist Sahel operationPresident Macron said some troops would remain in the region, but under new arrangements.9 Nov 20229 Nov 2022France calls time on anti-jihadist Sahel operationThe Ukraine war shows France's military might be better directed elsewhere than a thankless campaign.9 Nov 20226 Jul 2022How Mali junta overcame 'bullying neighbours'West African leaders agree to drop the economic sanctions imposed on Mali after a coup.6 Jul 202219 Feb 2022Malian soldiers killed after France announces exitEight soldiers died in a rebel attack in the north-east of the country, the army says.19 Feb 202217 Feb 2022France and allies to withdraw troops from MaliFrance says growing hostility from Mali's new military junta forced the withdrawal17 Feb 20224 Dec 2021Dozens killed as militants set fire to Mali busMore than 30 people are killed after gunmen attack a bus travelling to a market.4 Dec 20211 Oct 2021Russian mercenary plan triggers alarm in West AfricaMany Malians want Russians to replace French troops fighting jihadists but others are less pleased.1 Oct 2021...