Algerian photojournalist Samir Maouche captured daily life in Mali's Kidal region, which is controlled by pro-independence fighters from the Azawad Liberation Front, following their April 25 offensive.

Tuaregs have long fought for independence in northern Mali, and the FLA represents the latest of many rebellions.

A video circulating on social media, purportedly showing Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) fighters in southern Algeria, is intensifying tensions between Algeria and Mali.

Mali's military junta has accused France of supporting the Azawad Liberation Front (ALF), citing historical ties and mutual interests between French authorities and pro-independence rebels in northern Mali.