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France seeks intervention in West Africa
Foreign minister highlights policy initiatives, following reports the country is sending drones to Mali.
Last Modified: 24 Oct 2012 03:43

The French foreign minister has been speaking about France's foreign policy priorities, following reports the country is sending drones to Mali.

Laurent Fabius has not confirmed the reports, but he has said al-Qaeda-linked groups are posing a threat to West Africa.

Al Jazeera's Nadim Baba reports from Paris.

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