The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expressed its concern over the political developments in Mali following the violent events in the capital Bamako on June 2, which resulted in the injury of dozens of citizens. Secretary General of OIC Dr. Yousef bin Ahmed Al-Othaimeen called upon the Malian government and all political components to calm and restraint, as the country will avoid the risk of escalation of violence in the future, urging them to weight dialogue as a way of achieving social harmony.