
French Embassy Worker Yann Vezilier Arrested in Mali: Allegations Stir Diplomatic Tensions
Published on: Aug. 16, 2025, 9:44 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Yann Vezilier, a member of the French embassy in Bamako, was arrested by Malian authorities amidst accusations of a plot to destabilize the nation. France claims these allegations are groundless. This incident adds strain to France's waning relations with its former African colonies following recent coups in the region.