• A break-through in peace talks with rebel groups in northern Mali was reached on Tuesday, as the three main rebel groups operating in the region agreed to merge, creating a united front in an on-going peace process with the government. Since a French-led invasion in January to drive out the fighters, rebel groups have been scattered and reconciliation with them is one of the greatest challenges for President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita. The three groups that merged on Monday were the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MNLA), the High Council for the Unity of Azawad (HCUA) and the Arab Movement of Azawad (MAA). The merger will take place in 45 days from now.
Posted on: Fri, 08 Nov 2013 17:47:40 +0000
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