Mali soldiers on despite growing isolation
21 May 2022 |
5:06 am
An alleged coup attempt in the West African nation sheds light on the tensions facing the interim government of Colonel Assimi Goita. Yet, despite sanctions and isolation, Malians still back the military.
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