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SENEGAL: Senegal finds itself engulfed in a wave of persistent protests as President Macky Sall’s unexpected announcement to postpone the upcoming elections by up to six months sparks widespread discontent. The unrest has escalated to the point where mobile internet services were abruptly cut off in the capital, Dakar, on Monday. The move to delay the elections originally slated for February 25 has fueled public frustration and raised concerns about the stability of the nation, with citizens taking to the streets to voice their dissent against the perceived political maneuvering.
Amidst this tumultuous backdrop, experts, such as Ivan Loshkarev from MGIMO, caution that the potential for a coup d’état cannot be dismissed in Senegal. Loshkarev suggests that external forces are exerting significant pressure on the country, particularly resisting the prospect of a power transfer to the ruling party’s candidate, who is deemed “pro-American.” The unfolding events in Senegal illuminate a complex interplay of domestic political tensions and external influences, underscoring the delicate balance between national sovereignty and geopolitical dynamics.
