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Abduction of Malian Religious Leader Highlights Sahel Conflict Complexity
Amadou Hady Tall, the Khalife General of the Tidjaniya Sufi order in Mali, was abducted; negotiations for his release are underway, with the incident highlighting the complex dynamics of Mali's ongoing conflict.
Abduction of Malian Religious Leader Highlights Sahel Conflict Complexity
Amadou Hady Tall, the Khalife General of the Tidjaniya Sufi order in Mali, was abducted; negotiations for his release are underway, with the incident highlighting the complex dynamics of Mali's ongoing conflict.
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28% Bias Score
Sahel Alliance Permanently Withdraws from ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have permanently withdrawn from ECOWAS, rejecting a six-month transition period and accusing France of attempting to destabilize the Sahel Alliance, a move that may reshape regional power dynamics and international relations.
Sahel Alliance Permanently Withdraws from ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have permanently withdrawn from ECOWAS, rejecting a six-month transition period and accusing France of attempting to destabilize the Sahel Alliance, a move that may reshape regional power dynamics and international relations.
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56% Bias Score
Mali Defies Court Order, Keeps Critics Imprisoned
Three members of Mali's Movement for Peace (MPPM), arrested for denouncing Malian army abuses in May-June 2023, remain imprisoned despite an October 2024 African Court order for their release, highlighting the suppression of dissent and human rights violations in the country.
Mali Defies Court Order, Keeps Critics Imprisoned
Three members of Mali's Movement for Peace (MPPM), arrested for denouncing Malian army abuses in May-June 2023, remain imprisoned despite an October 2024 African Court order for their release, highlighting the suppression of dissent and human rights violations in the country.
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52% Bias Score
At Least 20 Killed in Jihadist Attacks in Central Mali
At least 20 people were killed in attacks on six villages in Mali's Bandiagara region on December 20, 2023, by jihadist groups; the attacks follow a similar incident last weekend, resulting in seven deaths, and contradict the junta's claims of success against jihadists.
At Least 20 Killed in Jihadist Attacks in Central Mali
At least 20 people were killed in attacks on six villages in Mali's Bandiagara region on December 20, 2023, by jihadist groups; the attacks follow a similar incident last weekend, resulting in seven deaths, and contradict the junta's claims of success against jihadists.
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40% Bias Score
ECOWAS to Part Ways with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger in 2025
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger will officially leave the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, after forming the Sahel States Alliance (AES) in September 2023, despite a six-month transition period aimed at reversing their decision.
ECOWAS to Part Ways with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger in 2025
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger will officially leave the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, after forming the Sahel States Alliance (AES) in September 2023, despite a six-month transition period aimed at reversing their decision.
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40% Bias Score
Three West African Countries to Leave Ecowas
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso will officially leave the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) on January 29, 2025, after a failed mediation attempt; the decision follows the military juntas' accusations of Ecowas imposing inhumane sanctions and failing to help with security issues; a tr...
Three West African Countries to Leave Ecowas
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso will officially leave the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) on January 29, 2025, after a failed mediation attempt; the decision follows the military juntas' accusations of Ecowas imposing inhumane sanctions and failing to help with security issues; a tr...
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44% Bias Score
Malian Migrant Boat Sinks, 25 Confirmed Dead
On December 19, a boat carrying 80 migrants from Mali to Spain sank, resulting in 69 deaths, including at least 25 Malians from the Kayes region, according to the Malian government. Eleven survivors were rescued, and the incident highlights the extremely dangerous nature of the Atlantic migration ro...
Malian Migrant Boat Sinks, 25 Confirmed Dead
On December 19, a boat carrying 80 migrants from Mali to Spain sank, resulting in 69 deaths, including at least 25 Malians from the Kayes region, according to the Malian government. Eleven survivors were rescued, and the incident highlights the extremely dangerous nature of the Atlantic migration ro...
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32% Bias Score
Sahel Alliance Rejects ECOWAS, Defense Forces on High Alert
The Sahel States Alliance (AES) rejected ECOWAS summit conclusions on December 15th, accusing France of interference and placing its defense forces on high alert, while internal opinions within Mali are divided on the best approach to the situation.
Sahel Alliance Rejects ECOWAS, Defense Forces on High Alert
The Sahel States Alliance (AES) rejected ECOWAS summit conclusions on December 15th, accusing France of interference and placing its defense forces on high alert, while internal opinions within Mali are divided on the best approach to the situation.
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40% Bias Score
Mali: Joliba TV Suspension Sparks Press Freedom Debate
Following a broadcast questioning a foiled coup in Burkina Faso, Mali's Joliba TV faced a six-month suspension, prompting the Maison de la presse to initially threaten collective action before opting for negotiations to reinstate the channel; the involved journalist, Issa Kaou N'Djim, faces trial.
Mali: Joliba TV Suspension Sparks Press Freedom Debate
Following a broadcast questioning a foiled coup in Burkina Faso, Mali's Joliba TV faced a six-month suspension, prompting the Maison de la presse to initially threaten collective action before opting for negotiations to reinstate the channel; the involved journalist, Issa Kaou N'Djim, faces trial.
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40% Bias Score
Ghana's President-elect Prioritizes Dialogue Amidst West Africa's Security Crisis
Ghana's President-elect, John Mahama, assuming office on January 7th, is prioritizing dialogue to address the escalating security crisis in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, advocating for ECOWAS re-engagement to prevent further regional instability, contrasting current sanctions-focused strategies.
Ghana's President-elect Prioritizes Dialogue Amidst West Africa's Security Crisis
Ghana's President-elect, John Mahama, assuming office on January 7th, is prioritizing dialogue to address the escalating security crisis in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, advocating for ECOWAS re-engagement to prevent further regional instability, contrasting current sanctions-focused strategies.
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40% Bias Score
ECOWAS Grants Six-Month Grace Period to Departing Sahel States
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger will officially leave the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2024, but have been granted a six-month grace period until July 29, following a summit in Abuja, Nigeria, in a last-ditch attempt by ECOWAS to change their minds, despite the thr...
ECOWAS Grants Six-Month Grace Period to Departing Sahel States
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger will officially leave the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2024, but have been granted a six-month grace period until July 29, following a summit in Abuja, Nigeria, in a last-ditch attempt by ECOWAS to change their minds, despite the thr...
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32% Bias Score
Barrick Suspends Mali Operations Amidst Government Dispute
Barrick Gold Corp. will suspend its Mali mining operations due to the government's blocking of gold shipments and imprisonment of its managers on unfounded charges, escalating a conflict over tax disputes and resource control that threatens Mali's economy and foreign investment.
Barrick Suspends Mali Operations Amidst Government Dispute
Barrick Gold Corp. will suspend its Mali mining operations due to the government's blocking of gold shipments and imprisonment of its managers on unfounded charges, escalating a conflict over tax disputes and resource control that threatens Mali's economy and foreign investment.
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56% Bias Score
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