In addition to UWOA's comments, I suggest defining what the Azawad region is and maybe a sentence or two of its strategic/economic/political importance before the following:
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The Tuareg rebel’s group National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (NMLA) is the political and military arm of the Tuareg people and is a conglomeration of historical factions. The NMLA’s adopted end state is also to attain autonomy and independence of the Azawad region.
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Also, I would suggest a brief introduction to the Mali government and how it was formed after independence from France in 1960. A little history of the government, its structure, and its politics and policies since 1960 might be helpful to understanding the background and rationale for the Taureg uprising and the present conflict.
Is this a Sunni v Shia conflict? What is the strategic or economic importance of Mali?
Just some thoughts and questions that came to mind while I was reading? I am sure I will have more as this piece is fleshed out.
Good start and very interesting. I look forward to following this.
BTW, I assume you didn't think you were finished and that you really did want critical feedback. Careful what you ask for, you might get it.