Algiers: The Algerian government has decided to close its airspace to Mali starting Monday, due to repeated violations.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Algerian Ministry of Defense stated, "Due to the repeated violations by the State of Mali of our airspace, the Algerian government has decided to close it to air traffic coming from or heading to the State of Mali, starting Monday."

This decision marks a significant step in the diplomatic relations between Algeria and Mali, highlighting the seriousness of the airspace violations. The Algerian authorities have not specified the nature of these violations, but the move underscores the importance Algeria places on the sovereignty of its airspace.