DGSE agent freed by Mali after one year in detention

A DGSE agent, sentenced to 20 years in prison for endangering state security, was freed by Bamako.

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France expressed 'great satisfaction' following his release.

Details of the negotiations remain confidential, but sources mention a presidential pardon.

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