U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III pilots fly back to France after off loading French troops and cargo in support of Operation Serval Jan. 21, 2013, as France increases their presence in the Republic of Mali to fight off Islamic extremists that have taken control of several important cities. The U.S. has agreed to help France airlift troops and equipment into Mali.
By Senior Airman James Richardson, U.S. Air ForceBamako , MaliJan 21, 2013