Another deadly attack near Anefis has laid bare the mounting troubles facing Mali’s military leaders. While mainstream media like CNN and BBC might frame this as a mere spike in violence, they’re missing the crux of the issue: a military in chaos and a government that appears to be losing control. The narrative doesn’t just stop at a one-off tragedy; it reflects a systemic breakdown.

What’s astonishing is how swiftly these outlets pivot to blame external forces or insurgent groups, without addressing the glaring incompetence of Mali’s leadership. Isn’t it time someone’s brave enough to call out this government’s utter failure instead of simply waving a flag that says “It’s the terrorists”? Fox News, predictably sensational, glosses over the reality of rising insurgency while pushing a simplistic narrative of good versus evil. The truth? It’s a disastrous power grab, with the military at the helm, yet incompetent to protect its own.

And where are the calls for accountability? Instead of critically analyzing the military junta’s decisions, these networks are simply recycling press releases from officials in power. The public deserves better than a regurgitated script. The media’s cozy relationship with the establishment blinds them to the real story unfolding in Mali—a tragedy that demands far more focus and fierce scrutiny than the dull echoes they provide.