Local reports would say that, Brit. The separatists are a conglomeration of forces with different long-term goals and background but a common enemy--as was the case in Libya and is the case in Syria. The Islamic groups, however, are likely better funded and armed via connections in Libya and elsewhere.
My point is that in the case of Mali, Qatar is drawing serious criticism from the West, particularly from France, where the separatists' fundamentalist ties are being heavily emphasized.
My question is how this will play out for Qatar politically and in the world media. Is this a major hurdle in Qatar's bid for greater regional power?
Local reports would say that, Brit. The separatists are a conglomeration of forces with different long-term goals and background but a common enemy--as was the case in Libya and is the case in Syria. The Islamic groups, however, are likely better funded and armed via connections in Libya and elsewhere.
My point is that in the case of Mali, Qatar is drawing serious criticism from the West, particularly from France, where the separatists' fundamentalist ties are being heavily emphasized.
My question is how this will play out for Qatar politically and in the world media. Is this a major hurdle in Qatar's bid for greater regional power?