Andrew Lebovich comes on the show to discuss the various jihadi groups that have been active in Mali over the past few years. Some of the topics covered include:
- The political process in Mali after the French intervention
- Why there has been a rise in violence recently
- Why IS has not been able to penetrate Mali like many of the other jihadi zones
- Where things might be going from here
Links
- Andrew Lebovich | European Council on Foreign Relations
- Andrew Lebovich (@tweetsintheME) | Twitter
- Deciphering Algeria: the stirrings of reform? | European Council on Foreign Relations
- How we talk about Islam in Mali and Beyond | The Wasat
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