Mali: PM resigns, regional turmoil continues

(Vatican Radio) The prime minister of Mali has resigned, hours after being arrested by soldiers who were behind a military coup in March. Cheik Modibo Diarra was detained Monday at his home in the capital Bamako, reportedly on the orders of the coup leader Capt Amadou Sanogo. Meanwhile the entire Sahel region continues to face turmoil. UN Secretary-General Ban ki-Moon on Monday spoke to the Security Council about the crises in the region, saying governments and peoples in the Sahel need the full support of the international community. “The warning lights for the Sahel region continue to flash, said Ban. He went on to say, “Political turmoil, terrorist activity, drug trafficking and arms smuggling are spilling over borders and threatening peace and security.” He concluded saying, “Extreme climatic conditions and fragile economies only add to this toxic brew of vulnerability.” Listen: