Mali's military arrests generals and a suspected French agent in alleged coup plot.

Mali's military rulers have arrested two generals and a suspected French agent in an alleged coup plot. The security minister assured the public that the situation is under control, though critics suggest the arrests may be an intimidation tactic. Mali has faced ongoing political tensions and military challenges, including battling armed groups linked with al-Qaeda and ISIS. The arrests come after a pro-democracy rally in May and amid a broader crackdown on dissent by the military junta.