The new UN chief said in a report to the council circulated on yesterday that progress in implementing the peace deal between the government and rebel groups remains slow.
Guterres said that amid renewed fighting between a government-allied militia and a coalition of groups seeking autonomy in northern Mali, key provisions of the agreement have not been implemented, including establishing interim authorities and mixed patrols.
He said the limited progress in putting security arrangements in place has facilitated the spread of insecurity and expanded the activities of violent extremist groups.
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