Mali's Rebel Problem Runs Deep The latest ambush of a Malian army convoy by rebels north of Gao highlights the country's ongoing security struggles.
The involvement of regional al Qaeda affiliate JNIM and separatist Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) in this attack underscores the complex web of militant groups vying for influence in Mali.
This partnership poses significant risks to Mali's stability, not just for its military but also for its ruling junta.