France Suspends Counterterrorism Cooperation with Mali Amid Rising Tensions

France has suspended its counterterrorism cooperation with Mali and expelled two Malian diplomats following the arrest of a French envoy in Bamako. This escalation highlights deteriorating diplomatic relations and raises concerns about security efforts in the Sahel region, where both nations have been collaborating to combat terrorism. The situation reflects the fragile state of international relations and the complexities of addressing security challenges.