Bamako’s top military rulers accused Algeria in a statement of stoking separatism and terrorism as well as interfering in Bamako’s domestic affairs. Tebboune was seen hugging Dicko at the inauguration of the biggest mosque in Algeria. Kokalla Maiga was speaking as Algeria conducts live ammunition military drills near the Malian borders. As Niger has previously rejected Algeria’s self-serving mediation, the Sahel recalls the destructive role of Algeria in stoking terrorism in the wider west Africa. As an indicator of a diplomacy in disarray, Algeria has chosen the path of diplomatic provocation and live ammunition drills to deal with its crisis with Sahel countries.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 29, 2024 15:48 UTC