Mali: GSIM must observe international humanitarian law and ensure safety of civilians as Bamako is under siege

Country: Mali Source: Amnesty International The ongoing siege of Bamako is having unacceptable consequences for civilians’ freedom of movement and may lead to serious violations of their rights to food security, health and life, Amnesty International said today, as it called on the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM) armed group to respect international humanitarian law and ensure the safety of civilians. Three main roads leading to Bamako have been blocked since 28 April, after GS