Darboe described Faal as “a highly respected person” with admirable intellect and love for the country but said preconditions risk making talks very difficult.
In a letter dated 6th November 2025, the Gambia Police Force confirmed that it has approved the protest, but with specific conditions.
Bensouda maintained that her engagement was made to her as an individual and not to her law firm, despite the fact that the engagement letter she signed
The key actor remains silent. President Diomaye Faye has given no indication of how he views the situation or whether he intends to intervene
During the session, Bensouda defended the scope of documents she had provided, maintaining that her submissions were made in full compliance
Major General Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi, Secretary General of IMCTC, reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to cooperation and collective action.
Bensouda questioned the approach, stating that she could not sign a document she had not personally reviewed in full.
Kidira is a strategic hub for trade between Senegal and Mali, and its roads and checkpoints are now watched around the clock.
The working group said the SSR agenda has not translated into meaningful change on the ground despite policy commitments and international support.
The case has drawn considerable attention in Senegal and abroad, highlighting concerns about press freedom and judicial independence.
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