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Dozens of vehicles burnt as Mali jihadists enforce blockade ahead of Eid holiday
Summary
Mali's capital is feeling the squeeze as jihadists tighten their grip - what does this mean for the upcoming holiday?
Jihadists in Mali have intensified their blockade of Bamako, disrupting supply routes. With the blockade causing shortages and price hikes, residents face hardship ahead of the Eid al-Adha holiday - but the situation is more complex than it seems.