Goïta Accuses Leaders in Mali Plot Trial
A trial is happening in Mali about a planned attack on the government. Six people are being tried, including a former president. The trial started because the current military leaders want to punish these people.
The trial is taking place at the Bamako High Court. It involves six defendants connected to Bah N’Daw, who was removed from power in 2021. Kalilou Doumbia, one of the defendants, claims he did not take part in the attempted coup. These defendants have been in prison for almost five years. Colonel Kassoum Goïta has given evidence in the case.
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Highlights
Trial for Coup Plot
A trial is happening in Mali about a plot against the government.
Bah N'Daw Defendants Tried
Six people linked to Bah N'Daw are being tried for attempted coup.
Doumbia Denies Involvement
Kalilou Doumbia says he did not take part in the coup.
Defendants in Prison
Some defendants have been in prison for nearly five years.
Goïta Testifies
Colonel Kassoum Goïta has given his views on the leaders.