Mali's Bamako remains calm despite Western media claims of jihadist blockade

Reports from the ground in Bamako suggest that the situation in Mali’s capital remains stable following a weekend of violence that led to the killing of the country’s defense minister.

Despite claims in Western media that jihadist groups have placed the city under blockade, local reporting describes heavy traffic, people moving through the streets, and no visible signs of panic or anxiety.

The report also challenges the interpretation of jihadist statements, arguing that claims of a blockade are exaggerated and do not reflect the current situation in Bamako.