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The US State Department says it is working on the immediate release of those detained and the 'resumption of the civilian-led transition'. Reuters
The US State Department says it is working on the immediate release of those detained and the 'resumption of the civilian-led transition'. Reuters
US pushes for release of detained Malian leaders
Washington places additional restrictions on security aid to Mali and threatens sanctions