France advises citizens to leave Mali urgently amid jihadist fuel blockade

Published: 11/7/2025
France advises citizens to leave Mali urgently amid jihadist fuel blockade
France urges citizens to leave Mali urgently due to jihadist fuel blockade, impacting daily life in the country. Islamist militants have been attacking fuel tankers, leading to a severe fuel shortage as Mali relies on overland supply routes. With commercial flights still operating, French nationals are advised to depart while they can, amidst concerns over escalating security issues in the West African nation.