Mali is experiencing its most severe security crisis in years, as jihadist fighters and Tuareg separatists escalate coordinated attacks. These groups have tightened a blockade around the capital, Bamako, putting pressure on the military government. However, the recent surge in violence also highlights the inherent fragility and tensions within their alliance.

Mali is facing its most serious security challenge in years as jihadist fighters and Tuareg separatists launch coordinated attacks and tighten a blockade around the capital, Bamako, increasing pressure on the country’s military rulers. The latest escalation, however, raises fresh questions about the strength of the alliance between the two groups.