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We know that counterterrorism programs are not helping, but some of the non-military plans long abandoned by the US could work.

The recurrent coups in Mali have increased the existing political instability in the country. A major issue has been the unidimensional focus of the international community and regional players in providing only military support without adequately pushing for strengthening of the Malian government apparatus.

The growing trend of attacks on international entities besides the government units and civilians in Mali is an issue of serious concern. The complex security situation in Mali and high fatalities of peacekeepers has led to MINUSMA being perceived as the most dangerous UN Peacekeeping mission.