Tinariwen fights Russian mercenaries in Mali

The Tuareg music collective Tinariwen, on tour with their tenth album, has been advocating for the autonomy of northern Mali for over 35 years. The region has seen populations fleeing due to the presence of Wagner Group paramilitary fighters. Tinariwen's music and activism highlight the ongoing struggle for independence and the impact of foreign mercenaries in the region.

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