Mali’s ruling junta issues new security measures aimed at reducing attacks by militant groups. According to reports, the government bans the use of motorcycles outside city limits, a move described as significant because motorcycles are a common form of transportation in rural areas and are also used by armed actors. The junta also establishes designated military zones across parts of the country as part of its effort to tighten control and improve security. The measures are presented as targeting the ability of militants to move around and operate in areas beyond urban centers. Both outlets describe motorcycles as both a practical necessity for rural residents and a vehicle used by armed groups, which is central to the rationale behind the restrictions. The reporting does not indicate immediate details on enforcement mechanisms, timelines, or exemptions for residents, nor does it provide independent verification of projected effects. The policy reflects the junta’s broader approach of increased militarization and mobility restrictions in response to ongoing militant activity.