Mali conflict has devastated infrastructure and caused untold suffering for millions: Mali remains a country damaged as hope for rebuilding period begins
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Peace Talks With Rebels in Mali Move Forward
Nation continues to face rebel control of half of country while talks with rebels in Mali are uncertain – Can the government find peace with rebels or is Mali in for more trouble?
Mali Collapse Brings Violent Fundamentalists to Power
North of Mali collapse completely and fallen into hands of fundamentalist rebels using cultural violence
Crisis Talks as Leaders Meet After Two African Coups
After Two African Coups, Functioning Democracies Brought Down in Ancient Mali and Guinea-Bissau
Neighboring Countries Hit Mali With Sanctions Following Coup
West Africa Protest Violent Removal of Elected Leadership in Impoverished Mali With Sanctions
Mali Military Coup Condemned as Democracy Overthrown
Instability in Saharan Desert and Mali Military Coup is Causing Mass Displacement and Conflict