The Islamist nation of Mali has been in political limbo since a coup in May 21 . The coup was over the government 's response to a Mali rebellion in the north . Now , rebels and West African militants are in control of several northern cities . The military stalemate is compounded by political paralysis . There is concern that Tuareg could soon become a haven for terrorists .
The Islamist nation of Mali has been in political limbo since a coup in May 21 . The coup was over the government 's response to a Mali rebellion in the north . Now , rebels and West African militants are in control of several northern cities . There is concern that Tuareg could soon become a haven for terrorists .