With Libyan Arms, Mali Fighting Is Revived

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In recent weeks, the Tuareg rebels — perhaps as many as 1,000 — have stormed towns in Mali’s northern desert, using weapons seized after they fought for Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi in Libya.

Veronique de Viguerie

With Libyan Arms, Mali Fighting Is Revived

After fighting for Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi as he struggled to stay in power, Tuareg rebels helped themselves to sophisticated weaponry before returning to Mali.