Faced with the escalating violence in Mali, Abidjan breaks its silence. Following coordinated attacks by the FLA and JNIM , the Ivorian government has clarified its strategy, combining security measures with regional solidarity.

1. A conviction aligned with regional authorities

During Wednesday's Council of Ministers meeting, government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly reiterated Ivory Coast's support for the positions of ECOWAS and the African Union .

1. Solidarity: Abidjan strongly condemns the attacks that struck Kidal, Bamako, Gao and Kati.
2. Sovereignty: All direct aid is conditional upon an official request from Mali.
3. Multilateralism: Any intervention by the ECOWAS Standby Force can only be collective, excluding any isolated initiative.

2. Security: Borders under high surveillance

Faced with instability in the Sahel-Saharan region, Ivory Coast has sealed off its land access. Although logistical details remain confidential, authorities assure that the security measures are "sufficiently robust" to block any attempt at terrorist infiltration.

3. Humanitarian: Anticipating population exodus

With the conflict raising fears of further mass displacement, the Ivorian government is preparing for an increase in the number of refugees.

The key figure: By July 2025, Ivory Coast already had nearly 1,500 Malians benefiting from refugee status.

True to its tradition of hospitality, the country reaffirms its willingness to welcome civilians fleeing the fighting, while ensuring strict control of migration flows to guarantee national stability.