Canada’s peacekeeping mission in Mali extended into August
The Canadian Forces’ peacekeeping mission in Mali is going to last a little longer than previously planned – but not as long as the United Nations hoped. Continue reading
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UN formally asks Canada to extend Mali mission past end of July to October
The Canadian peacekeeping contingent in Mali, comprising eight military helicopters and 250 service members, is scheduled to end its 12-month mission at the end of July. Continue reading
Romania sending helicopters to Mali after Canada’s departure
Canada currently has six helicopters and 250 support troops based near the northern Mali city of Gao. They are due to leave on July 31. Continue reading
Canadian troops urgently needed to protect peacekeepers in Mali: UN official
Islamic militants recently launched attacks on both a UN peacekeeping convoy and a Malian military camp in the country’s north, killing at least three people. Continue reading