Attacks in Mali: a French embassy responds to accusations of terrorist complicity on X

The French embassy in South Africa, Lesotho, and Malawi responded on April 26, 2026, to accusations of complicity with terrorist groups that attacked Mali. It recalled its nearly decade-long commitment against terrorism in Mali, having lost 58 soldiers and invested significant resources before withdrawing at Bamako's request. This statement follows coordinated attacks by the Front for the Liberation of Azawad and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims against several military positions in Mali.