Mali's prime minister Soumeylou Boubeye Maiga and his entire government resigned following the massacre of approximately 160 Fulani herders by an ethnic vigilante group. The resignation comes amid criticism over the government's failure to disarm militias and combat Islamist militants. The massacre, carried out by suspected Dogon hunters, and a subsequent deadly jihadist attack on an army post have intensified the nation's ongoing violence. President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita accepted the resignations, and the government has detained five suspects but has yet to disarm the implicated militia.

The Malian presidential election is likely heading to a run-off between Soumaila Cisse and President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, following a vote disrupted by suspected Islamist gunmen. Cisse's campaign claims a second round is imminent, while Keita's camp acknowledges the possibility despite leading in provisional counts. Jihadist violence, particularly in northern and central Mali, has significantly impacted the election, with thousands of polling stations disrupted. The United Nations and European Union have called for transparency and peaceful acceptance of results to prevent further political and security crises.

The Malian presidential election is expected to go to a run-off between Soumaila Cisse and incumbent President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, following a vote disrupted by suspected Islamist gunmen. Violence affected over 4,600 polling stations, particularly in the central region of Mopti. Despite disruptions, most of Mali experienced a peaceful voting process. The United Nations and European Union have called for transparency and legal resolution of disputes to prevent further political and security crises.