Ban strongly condemns latest attack on UN peacekeepers in Mali
The attack on the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) took place on Sunday in the vicinity of Aguelhok, in Kidal region.
“The Secretary-General strongly condemns this attack, which follows another attack in the Kidal region on 2 September that killed four peacekeepers and wounded 14 others,” said astatement issued by Ban’s spokesperson.
“These attacks will not alter the determination of the United Nations to support the Malian people in their search for peace.”
The Secretary-General expressed his deepest condolences to the family of the peacekeeper who was killed and to the Government and people of Chad, and wished a full and speedy recovery to those injured.
The situation in Mali, despite initial security improvements in 2013, has deteriorated since the beginning of this year. MINUSMA is mandated by the Security Council to assist the Malian authorities and people in their efforts to bring lasting peace and stability to their country.
Photo MINUSMA/Marco Dormino
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