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Mali-Algeria Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Over Terrorism Allegations in Sahel
Mali's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong rebuke to Algeria on Wednesday, expressing "profound dismay" over statements made by Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf regarding Mali's counterterrorism approach.
In an official statement, Mali accused Algeria of harboring and coordinating terrorist groups operating against civilian targets across Mali and the Sahel region. The ministry specifically referenced its earlier January 25, 2024 statement, which detailed similar allegations against Algeria.
The diplomatic clash intensified as Mali criticized certain Algerian officials, describing them as "nostalgic for a bygone era" and unable to accept Mali's military successes against "terrorist groups supported by Algeria." The statement condemned what it termed as persistent interference marked by "paternalism, condescension, and disdain."
Asserting its sovereign rights, Mali emphasized its independence in strategic counterterrorism decisions, stating it "neither seeks nor accepts lessons from Algeria." The ministry advised Algeria to address its domestic challenges, including "the Kabyle question," rather than using Mali to enhance its international standing.
Mali reaffirmed its commitment to regional cooperation through the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), partnering with Burkina Faso and Niger to combat terrorism. This development follows Mali's withdrawal from the 2015 Algiers Accords in early 2024, citing unfulfilled commitments and Algeria's alleged hostile stance as the agreement's primary mediator.
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