Mali attacks: France urges citizens to leave and warns against travel

France has urged its citizens to leave Mali "as soon as possible" following coordinated attacks by separatist fighters and Islamist militants. Explosions and gunfire were reported in Bamako and other cities, while Mali's military leader, Gen Assimi Goïta, stated that the security situation was under control. The UK has also advised against travel to Mali due to unpredictable security conditions.