Le Mali menace l'Algérie d'inviter le MAK pour un haut sommet de l'Etat..

Summary

The Malian transitional government announced the termination of the 2015 Algiers peace agreement, citing grave issues like signatories becoming terrorists. It accused Algeria of hostility despite its UN Security Council role, and threatened to invite Kabyle self-determination representatives, recalling Algeria's security role. Mali expressed commitment to friendly relations under its principles. It stated the agreement is completely inapplicable, immediately ending it, but invited non-terrorist signatories to inter-Malian dialogue for a just peace.

Takeaways

• 😟 The Mali transitional government announces the end of the 2015 Algiers peace agreement, citing hostile acts by Algeria and terrorist actions by signatory groups
• 🤝 The Mali government invites leaders of the Kabilian self-determination movement for talks, as a response to Algerian hostility
• 😡 Algeria accused of interfering in Mali's internal affairs and taking hostile actions at the UN Security Council
• 👫 Mali recalls historical ties between Mali and Algerian people, including Mali's support for the Algerian independence movement
• 😠 Mali blames Algeria for rise of terrorism in the Sahel region due to harboring Algerian salafist groups
• 🤝 Mali open to friendly relations with all states based on sovereignty, strategic autonomy and serving interests of Malian people
• 😔 International mediators unable to ensure compliance with Algiers accord by armed groups
• 😠 Some signatory groups now designated as terrorists by Mali government after committing attacks
• 🤝 Mali government willing to pursue peaceful settlement through dialogue open to all Malians
• 😀 Mali government calls for strengthened national unity, dialogue and peace

Q & A

What decision did the Mali transitional government make regarding the 2015 Algiers peace agreement?

The Mali transitional government announced the immediate termination of the 2015 Algiers peace agreement signed between Mali and rebel groups.

How did the Mali government justify the termination of the Algiers peace agreement?

The government cited the failure of signatory armed groups to meet their obligations, their involvement in terrorist activities, and hostility from Algeria which heads the international mediation.

What threat did the Mali government make regarding the Kabyle self-determination movement?

The government threatened to invite Kabyle self-determination movement representatives to a high-level state summit in response to Algeria's hostility.

What is the Kabyle movement's stance regarding the Mali government's threat?

The Kabyle movement is committed to a peaceful path to independence through a UN-supervised self-determination referendum and does not plan armed struggle.

How did Mali support Algeria during the Algerian war of independence?

Mali offered its territory as a rear base for the Algerian resistance fighters, sent Malian combatants to fight alongside Algerians, and defended the Algerian cause diplomatically.

What role did Algeria play in the rise of terrorism in the Sahel per the Malian government?

The government states that the Algerian Salafist Group for Preaching and Combat's (GSPC) allegiance to Al-Qaeda brought international terrorism to the region.

What principles guide Mali's foreign policy relations?

Respect for Mali's sovereignty, strategic partnerships, and considering Malians' interests.

What message did the Malian government have for Algerian authorities regarding bilateral ties?

Mali called on Algeria to remember the longstanding fraternal ties between Malians and Algerians dating back to the Algerian independence struggle.

What next steps did Mali announce after terminating the 2015 peace agreement?

Mali expressed willingness for direct inter-Malian dialogue inclusive of all compatriots to achieve a just and lasting peace.

What call did the transitional government make to the Malian people?

The government called on Malians to strengthen national unity, promote dialogue and peace.