Mali’s transition government defends army amid rising jihadist threats

Moussa Ag Acharatoumane, leading figure in Mali’s transitional council and head of the MSA, asserts the resilience of the Malian army and the legitimacy of President Assimi Goïta following recent attacks by armed groups.

Mali’s transitional authorities remain steadfast in their fight against armed groups, despite coordinated attacks that resulted in the death of the Defense Minister and the loss of Kidal to jihadist forces. The recent alliance between al-Qaïda-linked JNIM and Tuareg rebels has intensified threats, yet the Malian army and its Russian partners continue to demonstrate unwavering determination.

Resilience in the face of adversity

Moussa Ag Acharatoumane, a key member of Mali’s National Transitional Council and leader of the MSA—a political-military group allied with the transitional government—strongly refutes claims that the regime is weakened. He emphasizes the solidarity within Mali’s armed forces and the enduring support of the Malian people for their leadership.

Moussa Ag Acharatoumane: