UN supports stronger Mali peace mission
More than 12,000 soldiers are stationed in Mali as part of the UN's MINUSMA peacekeeping misson. By Alou Sissoko (AFP/File)
United Nations (United States) (AFP) - The UN Security Council on Wednesday decided to strengthen peacekeeping operations in Mali following a spate of attacks targeting blue helmets serving in the UN's deadliest mission.
The 15-member council unanimously backed a French-drafted resolution that provides for 2,500 extra troops and police to be deployed, along with modern equipment and quick-reaction forces.