Senegal announces closure of all foreign military bases

Senegal announces closure of all foreign military bases as it cuts ties to ex-colonial power France
Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has announced the closure of all foreign military bases. Sonko, who did not set out a timeline for the exit of foreign troops, announced the closures Friday during his general policy statement to the National Assembly.
Senegal says it's closing 'all foreign military bases,' a move aimed at French troops in the country
Senegal’s prime minister has announced the closure of “all foreign military bases” in the country, a statement essentially aimed at France, the African nation’s former colonial ruler
Senegal to close all foreign military bases as it cuts ties with France
Senegal has announced the closure of all foreign military bases, without setting a timeline for the exit of foreign troops.Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko made the announcement on Friday during a general policy statement to the National Assembly.
Senegal's Bold Move: Closing Foreign Military Bases
Senegal has announced plans to close all foreign military bases, a move primarily targeting French installations. The decision reflects growing opposition to France's military presence in Africa, linked to its colonial past.
Senegal Announces Closure of All Foreign Military Bases, Cuts Ties With France
Dakar: Senegal has announced the closure of all foreign military bases, without setting a timeline for the exit of foreign troops. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko made the announcement Friday during a general policy statement to the National Assembly.
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