Trucks set ablaze as militants block key Senegal-Mali trade route

Militants block key Senegal-Mali trade route, leading to truck burnings and ambushes. Mali's military government responds to the crisis, attempting to improve security along the highways affected. The blockade aims to disrupt essential supplies, potentially crippling Mali's economy and impacting the region's stability. The strategic significance of the Kayes region, the economic repercussions, and the geographic expansion of the insurgency further complicate the situation.