19-03-2018 17:01 via ottawacitizen.com

It will take more than a few Canadian choppers to help Mali

The Canadian government has now set the stage to claim a Schwarzenegger-style “We’re back!” after finally confirming our long-delayed contribution to United Nations peacekeeping in Mali. But after spending a year in the West African nation, I’m doubtful about what 200 soldiers and a few helicopters will achieve.  
Canada’s long association with peacekeeping and reputation as a calm presence in the world’s hot zones has taken a serious hit in recent y
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