Canada's Barrick Gold said on Monday it would suspend operations in Mali if the country does not lift restrictions on gold shipments within the coming week, as the mining group faces what sources told Reuters amounted to a confiscation order.

Barrick Gold Corp. said it will have to halt mining in Mali soon if the government doesn’t stop disrupting exports and operations at its mine.

Barrick Gold warns of potential suspension at Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex in Mali due to government's gold shipment restrictions. CEO calls situation "unwarranted" and "deeply regrettable." Other foreign miners also facing issues.