Netherlands Mulls Sending Commandos, Helicopters to Mali
The ruling Labor Party is eager to support the French intervention in West Africa.
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France Seeks Tuareg Inclusion to Malian Government’s Chagrin
Mali’s central government would rather flush the separatists out before July’s election.
Despite Interventions, Libyan, Malian Islamist Threat Rising
Governments in the Maghreb seem unable to contain the regionwide insurgency.
France Extends Mali Mission, Army Training Underfunded
France commits to Mali’s counterinsurgency but the army there is in a shambles.
France Won’t Pull Troops Out of Mali Before Year’s End
President François Hollande says hundreds of troops will remain in France’s former colony.
Defense Chief: France to Leave Mali Once Security Restored
France won’t withdraw from Mali until “the liberation of the whole country is complete.”
France Stays Longer in Mali, Tuareg Join Fight
France continues to battle Islamists in Mali with the support of Tuareg secessionists.
Chadian Soldiers Killed in North Mali Battle
Driven out of the cities and towns, Mali’s Islamists keep up the fight in the desert north.
France to Stay in Mali Until “Sovereignty Restored”
President François Hollande recognizes that the fight in Mali isn’t over yet.
French Move into Malian Rebel Stronghold, Leaving “Quickly”
After conquering the last city that was under rebel control, France prepares to withdraw.
Britain Pledges Troops to Mali Mission, Niger Opens Airspace
The United Kingdom steps up its support for the French intervention in Mali.
France, Mali Secure Timbuktu, America Expands Support
French and Malian forces drive the rebels back as the United States pledge more help.
Rebels’ Resolve Wavers As France Pushes North in Mali
Driven out of another stronghold by French forces, a split emerged among Mali’s Islamists.
Chadian Forces Arrive in Mali, America “Dragging Its Feet”
As West African troops pour into Mali, the United States are reluctant to get involved.
French Mali Intervention Carries Regional Implications
As West African troops arrive in Mali, terrorist take hostages at an Algerian gas plant.