Mali: UN to Resume Mission Rotations

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JAN 2022

Image copyright: Reuters [via Al Arabiya]

story last updated JAN 31

The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

Mali's government has the primary responsibility to protect its citizens and promote peacekeeping efforts within the country. With French troops withdrawing from the UN mission, German troops are already overwhelmed by the situation. MINUSMA is there to support the government, but they cannot do anything unless granted the permission and authority to do so.

The Washington Post

Establishment-critical narrative

The MINUSMA forces - primarily considered a tool of Western imperialism - are not wanted in Mali. The foreign troops stationed in the country show a loss of independence and sovereignty. Real peace-making steps cannot be taken until these troops leave.

CGTN Africa