Mali’s junta arrests generals and French national over suspected coup plot

Development comes as the military continues to crack down on dissent after a pro-democracy rally in May

Mali’s military rulers have arrested a group of military personnel and civilians, including two Malian generals and a suspected French agent, accusing them of attempting to destabilise the country.

The announcement followed rumours in recent days of arrests of army officers. It was made by the security minister, Gen Daouda Aly Mohammedine on the local evening news on Thursday. He assured viewers that a full investigation was under way and that the situation was “completely under control”.

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