Mali's President Resigns After Being Detained By Military

The president and Prime Minister were detained by the military, leading to the president's resignation to prevent bloodshed. He dissolved the National Assembly amid ongoing protests. Despite previous support from the military and Western allies, it's unclear if the military group, the National Committee for the Salvation of People, has taken control. They promise elections soon, but many countries denounce the coup. This marks a significant change for the president, who won a democratic election seven years ago.

What was the international reaction to the military coup?

What significant event occurred seven years prior to the president's resignation?