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WorldFrance denies asylum to whistleblower who exposed Wagner-linked disinformation network in Africa

A Spotlight discussion examines the clash between journalism, French national security and the country’s complex asylum policy. Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo once took part in Russia’s disinformation campaign in the Central African Republic before becoming a whistleblower. His testimony was crucial in exposing a Wagner-linked disinformation network operating across Africa. After an intervention reportedly backed by the French presidency helped evacuate him and his family from imminent danger, French authorities reversed course and abruptly rejected his asylum application.

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FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-07-15 21:43Original

France denies asylum to whistleblower who exposed Wagner-linked disinformation network in Africa
France denies asylum to whistleblower who exposed Wagner-linked disinformation network in AfricaWorld