At least four times this year , the militants have destroyed Timbuktu 's historic tombs and shrines , claiming the relics are idolatrous . Mali 's interim prime minister was arrested then resigned on television . Prime Minister Ali Ba Diarra holds French citizenship . Troops loyal to the former coup leader made the arrest . Mali 's whereabouts are not known .
Mali 's interim prime minister was arrested then resigned on television . Prime Minister Ali Ba Diarra holds French citizenship . Troops loyal to the former coup leader made the arrest . Mali 's whereabouts are not known .