In response to French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent speech, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko asserted that no negotiations had taken place regarding the withdrawal of French troops from Senegal. Sonko refuted Macron’s claims about discussions with African leaders and emphasized Senegal’s decision as an assertion of its sovereignty. The tensions highlight ongoing debates about French military presence in Africa, with Sonko criticizing France’s role in destabilizing countries like Libya.

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