MWE Correspondent
The military government in Mali has arrested nearly fifty soldiers suspected of plotting a coup against the current ruling junta, which itself came to power through a military takeover.
Among those detained is General Abass Dembele, a respected officer and former governor of the Mopti Region. His arrest signals the seriousness with which the military is addressing internal dissent amid ongoing political tensions.
Since seizing power in 2021, Mali’s military rulers have faced criticism for their harsh crackdown on critics, especially those opposing their handling of security challenges posed by extremist groups in the volatile Sahel region.
The Sahel, a vast semi-arid area stretching across several West African countries, has been plagued by insurgencies and ethnic conflicts, making governance and stability difficult for Mali and its neighbors.
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The recent arrests come at a time when Mali’s leadership is struggling to maintain control amid these persistent security threats and internal divisions within the armed forces.
International organizations and regional bodies have expressed concern over Mali’s fragile political climate, warning that continued instability risks worsening the humanitarian situation affecting millions of people in the area.
Efforts to restore civilian rule and peace have been slow, with various setbacks in negotiations led by regional and global partners.
