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Mali: Journalist Youssouf Sissoko imprisoned after an article on Niger

Auteur: Ivoirematin

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Mali : le journaliste Youssouf Sissoko incarcéré après un article sur le Niger

Malian journalist Youssouf Sissoko was placed under arrest warrant in Bamako after the publication of an article on the political and security situation in Niger .

Youssouf Sissoko, the editor of a local newspaper, was arrested and brought before the competent judicial authorities. He faces several charges related to the content of his article, including spreading false information , undermining the reputation of the state , and insulting a foreign head of state , according to the legal proceedings against him.

The alleged facts relate to a critical analysis of statements attributed to the Nigerien authorities, in a regional context marked by sensitive security and diplomatic issues between the member countries of the Alliance of Sahel States.

Following his hearing, the journalist was imprisoned in Bamako's central prison , pending his trial expected in the coming weeks. At this stage, no final decision has yet been reached , and he benefits from the presumption of innocence .

Auteur: Ivoirematin
Publié le: Vendredi 06 Février 2026

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