Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Mali

Defense & Security Democracy & Governance

In simple terms

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared by Executive Order 13882 on July 26, 2019, regarding the situation in Mali. The continuation maintains sanctions and emergency authorities related to instability, coups, terrorism, and foreign mercenary presence in Mali.

Federal Register Open PDF 91 FR 46701

Record & deadlines

Jul 21, 2026Signed
Signed by the President
Jul 23, 2026FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 91 FR 46701
Federal Register PDF
Jul 26, 2027
Continued national emergency expires unless extended again
Jul 26, 2026
National emergency would expire without continuation

Key directives

Continue national emergency declared in EO 13882 for 1 year beyond July 26, 2026
Publish notice in Federal Register
Transmit notice to Congress

Related orders

What to expect

Immediate

Continuation of national emergency takes effect upon publication

Near term (90d)

Existing sanctions and IEEPA authorities remain active
Potential for new designations under continued emergency

Long term

Annual review cycle for emergency continuation through July 2027
Sustained restriction on Mali-related financial and commercial transactions

Risks & tensions

Perpetuation of emergency powers without congressional reauthorization
Vague 'foreign mercenaries' reference aligns with Wagner/PMC controversy but avoids naming Russia explicitly
No substantive policy change—purely procedural continuation per NEA requirements