Islamic militants are gaining major ground in the African nation of Mali. The consequences for the continent are profound.

Mali’s military government, Assimi Goita, has taken on the role of defence minister.

Militants have ambushed a convoy of trucks heading to Mali’s blockaded capital of Bamako. That's according to a transportation workers union.

An unusual alliance between armed groups in Mali could embolden others in neighboring countries and put Russia’s foothold in ...

Residents in other cities in Mali reported gunfire and blasts on Saturday morning, suggesting a possible coordinated attack by armed groups.

The capture of a key Malian town by rebel forces last month poses a regional threat that requires foreign intervention to ...

Mali’s junta leader and the country's president has assumed the duties of defense minister after the incumbent was killed in ...

Unfortunately, that is of limited use when it comes to the big crisis on west Africa’s doorstep: jihadism in the Sahel.

Mali’s security situation requires resolution of Tuareg grievances, restoration of trust in the state, and political ...