Morocco Steps Up Efforts to Evacuate Foreign Nationals from Mali
In light of the escalating violence instigated by rebel and jihadist factions in Mali, the Moroccan government has mobilized Royal Air Maroc (RAM) to facilitate the evacuation of foreign citizens. The situation escalated on April 25, 2026, when coordinated attacks from groups such as the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) and the Islamist coalition known as the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) led to widespread unrest in the region. Reports indicate that these factions may have received support from Algeria, intensifying the crisis further.
Amid this turmoil, RAM has demonstrated resilience by ensuring the continuation of its daily flights between Casablanca and Bamako, even opting to deploy larger aircraft to accommodate the increased demand for transportation out of the country. While several airlines, including Corsair and Air Algérie, have suspended their operations to the Malian capital, RAM has effectively maintained a crucial air corridor, allowing many Europeans and other foreign nationals to escape the deteriorating conditions in Mali.
As the crisis unfolded, the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued an advisory urging its citizens in Mali to arrange for a temporary departure at the earliest opportunity, utilizing the available commercial flights. This directive underscores the urgency of the situation and the need for swift action. RAM's involvement in the evacuation effort not only highlights the airline's commitment to its operational responsibilities but also evokes memories of its earlier dedication during the Ebola outbreak when it remained the sole airline conducting flights to affected regions.
As reported by en.yabiladi.com.
