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France beefs up security in wake of Mali intervention

French soldiers are patrolling at some of the country's most recognizable tourist destinations and institutions, following weekend air strikes against Islamist rebels in the former French colony of Mali.

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France launches military operations in Mali against Islamist rebels

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