As Mali's junta struggles, Algeria regains some of its influence in the Sahel
- Posted on April 29, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
Mali's military government faces mounting military challenges against armed groups, creating a strategic opening for Algeria to reassert its regional influence. After years of diminished diplomatic leverage, Algiers is positioning itself as a crucial mediator in Sahel conflicts. The junta's operational difficulties have shifted the geopolitical balance, allowing Algeria to leverage its historical ties and geographic proximity to strengthen its role in regional peace negotiations and security matters.
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As Mali's junta struggles, Algeria regains some of its influence in the Sahel
Setbacks suffered by the Bamako junta against insurgent groups have reestablished Algiers as a mediator after years of waning influence in the region.
