Mali Junta Bans Political Activities Amid Tensions
The ruling military junta in Mali has suspended all political activities in the country until further notice. A spokesman, Colonel Abdoulaye Maiga, said the suspension was motivated by what he called "sterile discussions" during an attempt at national dialogue earlier this year. He said all activities by political parties and "associations of a political nature" have been suspended on the grounds of maintaining public order, in a statement on state […]