France urges citizens to leave Mali 'as soon as possible' amid security risks
France has advised its citizens to leave Mali immediately due to escalating security risks following recent attacks. The French foreign ministry has recommended that nationals limit their movement and stay at home until they can depart. The situation in Mali remains unstable, with ongoing threats from extremist groups.
- ▪France has urged its nationals in Mali to leave 'as soon as possible' due to security risks.
- ▪Recent coordinated attacks occurred in the capital Bamako and at Mali's main army base.
- ▪The French foreign ministry has strongly discouraged all travel to Mali.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.straitstimes.com/world/europe/france-urges-citizens-to-leave-mali-as-soon-as-possible-amid-security-risks |
| Publication time | Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:53:24 +0800 |
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France urges citizens to leave Mali 'as soon as possible' amid security risksSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished Apr 29, 2026, 04:53 PMUpdated Apr 29, 2026, 04:53 PMListenPARIS, April 29 - France has urged its nationals in Mali to leave "as soon as possible" following coordinated attacks at the weekend, including in the capital Bamako, a travel advice update for the West African country said.The security situation remains volatile and pending their departure, French citizens should stay at home, limit movement and follow instructions from local authorities while keeping relatives informed, the French foreign ministry said.
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