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February 27, 2013

A police colonel vows justice for all in Mali's Gao
Gao, Mali (AFP) Feb 27, 2013
Amid the chaos of Gao in strife-torn northern Mali, paramilitary police Colonel Salihou Maiga describes himself as a "law-abiding man" who will bring wrongdoers to justice, including Malian soldiers. Welcoming AFP journalists to his headquarters set up in a former clinic, Maiga pledges fair treatment for armed Islamists and the army alike at a time when rights groups are accusing troops of atrocities, including summary executions. In the hallway, five detainees are sitting or lying on the floor ... read more

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