VOICED: Ley islamica rige norte de Mali

In recent times, the northern region of Mali, including cities like Gao, Timbuktu, and Kidal, has experienced significant changes. Islamist groups allied with Al-Qaeda have taken control after a coup on March 22. Their aim is not independence but the imposition of Islamic law across desert territories. Gao fell to the rebels on June 27, leading to the closure of bars and the enforcement of new laws by Islamic police. Once a stable democracy in West Africa, Mali has descended into chaos, with the government withdrawing troops from the north. Diplomatic pressure has increased, but resolving the conflict may require more than just words.

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