Diplomatic tensions between Algeria and Mali are still present, while the ambassador of Mali in Algeria and that of Algeria in Bamako are currently in consultations in their respective countries. The crisis broke out following the warm welcome given to imam Mahmoud Dicko and the armed groups of the North by Algiers, following their defeat in Kidal by the Malian army and the Wagner paramilitary group.
Imam Mahmoud Dicko, an influential figure on the Malian political scene, is currently in Algiers, where he was invited by the Presidency of the Republic. In a video broadcast recently, he firmly denied the accusations of betrayal and hostility to the transition made against him by the Malian authorities.
Supporters of Imam Mahmoud Dicko are calling on the population of Bamako to give him a popular welcome upon his return from Algiers, the date of which is not yet known. However, the imam’s political relatives are cautious and wish to avoid any conflict with the ruling junta. They believe that this is not the time for him to confront the Malian authorities.
Furthermore, certain movements supporting the military demanded the arrest of the imam upon his return to Bamako. However, a local judicial source said that a summons was not planned for the moment. The situation also remains tense for delegates from northern armed groups involved in the peace process, with some currently in Algeria and others considering taking up arms again in northern Mali.
The imam’s supporters call for his respect and believe that he could play a role in possible negotiations with armed groups in the North. They emphasize that resolving the problem in northern Mali cannot only be achieved through arms, but also requires dialogue with armed groups.
In conclusion, the diplomatic situation between Algeria and Mali remains tense, with ongoing consultations between the ambassadors of the two countries. Imam Mahmoud Dicko is still in Algiers, while his supporters call for his respect and believe he could contribute to peace efforts in northern Mali. The diplomatic crisis and internal tensions require a peaceful resolution and constructive dialogue to achieve lasting stability in the region.
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