Malian Politics
Mali War: Jihadist’s blockade causes fuel shortage
On Sep 3, 2025, the al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM officially declared a multi-pronged blockade designed to economically suffocate Malian capital Bamako.
Mali military chief granted unlimited presidential term
Mali's transitional parliament officially granted military leader General Assimi Goïta a five-year presidential term renewable indefinitely without elections.
Russia, Mali to strengthen ties on trade, nuclear energy
General Assimi Goïta, the transitional leader of Mali, officially visits Russia in June 2025 to meet with President Vladimir Putin.
Niger breaks with France, inks nuclear deal with Russia
Niger and Russia have recently deepened their nuclear partnership, transitioning from raw material extraction to planned domestic energy production.
Mali dissolves political parties leading to widespread protest
In May 2025, Mali's ruling military junta, led by General Assimi Goïta, formally dissolved all political parties across the national territory.