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Mali military base attacked

Mali鈥檚 ruling junta says its forces have repelled an attack on a military base outside Bamako, carried out by an al Qaeda-linked group.

Mali鈥檚 ruling junta says its forces have repelled an attack on a military base outside Bamako, carried out by an al Qaeda-linked group. It is rare for jihadist groups active in Mali to attack targets near the country鈥檚 capital.

Plus, we hear from one of the Liberian representatives who has helped to push through a landmark law that will allow Liberians to hold dual citizenship for the first time.

And the Resident Presidents discuss the ousting of Sri Lanka鈥檚 president, which has given Olushambles some pause for thought.

(Photo: A crowd outside the Kati base following the attack; Credit: Getty Images)

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Fri 22 Jul 2022 15:06GMT

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  • Fri 22 Jul 2022 15:06GMT

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