Bundeswehr has left UN camp in Mali, West Africa
The Bundeswehr has withdrawn its soldiers from the field camp of the UN peacekeeping mission Minusma in the West African country of Mali. The last soldiers left Camp Castor on Tuesday in two transport planes, as the German Press Agency learned from security circles in Berlin.
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- The withdrawal of Bundeswehr from Mali's UN camp has raised concerns about the future of the UN-peace mission in the region, as reported by various international news agencies, including the German Press Agency.
- Germany, with its strong defense, has been a significant contributor to UN peacekeeping missions worldwide, including the one in Mali, where its federal armed forces have played a prominent role.
- In response to the conflicting interests and escalating tensions in Mali, Berlin has announced its plans to reorganize its participation in UN peacekeeping missions, as discussed in a recent meeting between high-level officials in the German government.
- The decision to withdraw Bundeswehr from the field camp in Mali has been met with criticisms from some quarters, with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urging Berlin to maintain its commitment to the stable and peaceful resolution of the conflicts in West Africa.
- Planning for the next phase of the UN peacekeeping mission in Mali is underway in Berlin, with a focus on deploying civilian personnel and strengthening partnerships with local authorities and regional organizations to ensure the success of the mission and promote a peaceful outcome for the people of Mali.
Source: www.stern.de
