France Launch Series of Attacks in Mali

Author:
Mohammed Adow/AlJazeera English
Publisher:
AlJazeera English
Publication Date:
13 January 2013
Tags:
Mali, Europe and Africa, Arms and Military Affairs, Conflict, Peace and Security

France's Defence Minister says his troops are launching round-the-clock raids on rebel-held territory in northern Mali. Reports say French miltary planes are now targeting the towns of Gao, Lere and Douentza. Al Jazeera's Mohammed Adow has more from the capital Bamako.

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