Britain says it has recognized Alassane Ouattara as president of Ivory Coast . The United Nations Security Council voted unanimously to authorize the deployment of a multinational force in Mali. But Gbagbo , who has called for a recount , refuses to step down . Announcement comes after British , Canadian envoys were rejected by Gbagbo officials .
Britain says it has recognized Alassane Ouattara as president of Ivory Coast . The United Nations Security Council voted unanimously to authorize the deployment of a multinational force in Mali. Announcement comes after British , Canadian envoys were rejected by Gbagbo officials .