Platform (Mali)

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Platform Movements of June 14, 2014 in Algiers
Also known asPlatform Self-Defense Movements
Platform
FoundationJune 14, 2014
Part of CSP-PSD (2021-2023)
AlliesFlag of Mali.svg Mali
CMADrapeau.svg Coordination of Azawad Movements (2021-2023)
Opponents CMADrapeau.svg Coordination of Azawad Movements (2014-2021, 2023-present)
AQMI Flag asymmetric.svg Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal Muslimin
AQMI Flag asymmetric.svg Islamic State in the Greater Sahara

The Platform Movements of June 14, 2014 in Algiers, also called the Platform of Self-Defense Movements and colloquially known as Platform, is an alliance of pro-government armed groups during the Mali War formed during peace negotiations on June 14, 2014, in Algiers. Between 2021 and 2023, Platform joined the Coordination of Azawad Movements in the Permanent Strategic Framework for Peace, Security, and Development (CSP-PSD).

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Organization

Platform consists of the following movements: [1] [2]

Alliances

On May 6, 2021, Platform joined the Coordination of Azawad Movements (CMA) in forming the Permanent Strategic Framework for Peace, Security, and Development (CSP-PSD). [5] Platform left the CSP-PSD on September 26, 2023, following the outbreak of war between the CMA and the Malian government. [6]

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References

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