Jordan peacekeepers return from Mali

AMMAN — The second and third rapid deployment batches of Mali 3, a Jordanian peacekeeping contingent, and backup ground troops Mali 5 on Wednesday returned to the Kingdom after completing their mission. The force's participation is part of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army's (JAF) efforts to preserve security and stability, and provide humanitarian assistance under UN support to countries experiencing wars, conflicts or crises, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. JAF has worked alongside peacekeeping forces in Mali since July 2018.