France has officially ended its permanent military presence in West Africa, withdrawing its troops from Senegal in a historic shift in regional security dynamics. The announcement, confirmed by both French and Senegalese officials, marks the conclusion of decades of Paris’s longstanding military involvement in the region. This withdrawal underscores a significant recalibration of France’s strategic priorities and signals a new phase in West African defense partnerships amid evolving geopolitical challenges.
France Ends Permanent Military Presence in Senegal Signaling Shift in West Africa Strategy
In a historic move marking a significant change in its foreign military stance, France has officially ended its permanent military presence in Senegal. This decision reflects a broader recalibration of French defense priorities in West Africa, where shifting geopolitical dynamics and rising local sovereignty assertions have prompted Paris to rethink its traditional military footprint….
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Author : Caleb Wilson
Publish date : 2025-07-19 00:46:00
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