France on Thursday called on the junta in power in Mali to "
reconsider
" its decision after the definitive suspension of the authorization to broadcast in this country of the French media RFI and France 24, expressing its "
deep concern
".
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“
This is a serious attack on freedom of the press and freedom of expression, in the context of repeated attempts to manipulate information in Mali.
These channels broadcast their programs in full respect of the principles of integrity, impartiality and independence.
France calls on the transitional authorities to reconsider their decision
,” the Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said in a statement.