Andrew Lebovich comes on the show to discuss the various jihadi groups that have been active in Mali over the past few years. Some of the topics covered include:

• The political process in Mali after the French intervention
• Why there has been a rise in violence recently
• Why IS has not been able to penetrate Mali like many of the other jihadi zones
• Where things might be going from here

Links

• Andrew Lebovich | European Council on Foreign Relations
• Andrew Lebovich (@tweetsintheME) | Twitter
• Deciphering Algeria: the stirrings of reform? | European Council on Foreign Relations
• How we talk about Islam in Mali and Beyond | The Wasat

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