Russian troops deploy to Timbuktu in Mali after French withdrawal • FRANCE 24 English

#Russian soldiers have deployed to the city of #Timbuktu in northern #Mali to train Malian forces at a base vacated by French troops last month, Mali’s army spokesperson said on Thursday. Andrew Lebovich. Andrew Lebovich, a Sahel specialist at the European Council on Foreign Relations, talks to FRANCE 24. 🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: 🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: 🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Discover the news in pictures on Instagram: