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<p>The UK is deeply concerned at the scale of terrorist and inter-community violence
in the Sahel. In recent weeks, we have seen a number of horrific attacks with tragic
consequences for people in the region. The UK condemns these attacks, including, most
recently, those conducted against the Malian and French armed forces on 1-2 November,
and offers its deepest condolences to those affected.</p><p>As part of the UK's new
strategic approach to Africa we are increasing our support to the Sahel, bringing
together our development, diplomacy and defence expertise to help address instability
and poverty in the region. Our increased engagement includes the deployment of 250
personnel to the UN peacekeeping mission in Mali next year and the expansion of our
work to address the long-term drivers of conflict.</p>
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