In a significant move, Mali's military government has forcibly dissolved all political parties following accusations of human rights violations and the arrest of opposition figures. On May 3 and 4, a rare public protest erupted, demanding a return to democratic governance. Despite promises for elections in 2022, the military government has suspended political activities and extended Assimi Goita's presidency until 2030. Reports of forced disappearances of opposition leaders, including arrests by unidentified gunmen, have raised concern among human rights organizations, amplifying fears over the country's democratic future.
Mali's military government has intensified its grip on power, forcibly dissolving political parties and suppressing opposition amidst widespread allegations of human rights abuses.
Protesters have openly challenged the military rule, demanding a return to democracy, only to be met with a violent crackdown on dissent and forced disappearances.
Human rights organizations have raised alarms over the disappearances of political figures, notably highlighting the arrests of Abba Alhassane and El Bachir Thiam by masked gunmen.
The military government's actions have drawn significant condemnation from both domestic opposition leaders and international human rights groups, marking a troubling shift in Mali's political landscape.
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