France Closes Final Military Base in Senegal

France has officially shut down its last military base in Senegal, ending a 65-year security presence in the West African nation. The closure comes amid growing anti-French sentiment and a broader push for African sovereignty in security matters.

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye hailed the move as a step toward full national autonomy. France emphasized that future military cooperation would be demand-driven and primarily civilian-led.

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