Togo cites drone use and permit issues in case against French documentary crew

Togo's justice and security ministries stated they hold substantial evidence against two French filmmakers and their Togolese fixer, arrested July 27 for allegedly making false declarations. The authorities claim the crew used a drone in sensitive areas and that the filming authorization was signed only by the fixer, with strict limits violated. The three men deny the charges, while Reporters Without Borders and their families demand release, citing health concerns for one of the French detainees.