Togo Releases Two Detained French Journalists and Local Colleague

Togolese authorities have granted provisional release to two French journalists and their local collaborator after they were held in detention since late July. The decision marks a de-escalation in a case that had drawn international attention and concern over press freedom in the country.

2 Sept, 14:30 — 2 Sept, 14:30

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Togo releases two French journalists detained since July

Gaël Mocaër and Sebastian Perez Pezzani are expected to arrive in France as early as Wednesday evening, Le Monde has learned. They traveled to the African country to film a documentary for French television, before being arrested on July 27 and charged with making false statements related to their visas.

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First report: le-figaro · 2 Sept, 08:42|Full coverage: 2 · 6h|Window: 6h

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Togo : les deux réalisateurs français et leur collaborateur local, détenus depuis fin juillet, ont été libérés provisoirement

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Togo Releases Two Detained French Journalists and Local Colleague

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Togo releases two French journalists detained since July

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Togo : les deux réalisateurs français et leur collaborateur local, détenus depuis fin juillet, ont été libérés provisoirement

Togo releases two French journalists detained since July

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