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The French army has completed its withdrawal from West Africa, handing over its last military bases to Senegal, marking a new beginning in bilateral relations.

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17 July 2025, 14:48
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The Dakar ceremony symbolized the end of the French military presence in West Africa, where France has had bases since 1960. It marks a structural change in security partnerships, according to military officials. Senegal, a traditional ally of France, reaffirms its sovereignty, pledging an egalitarian approach to international partners. The withdrawal aligns with regional trends challenging French influence.

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Armata franceză s-a retras joi din Senegal, punând capăt prezenţei sale permanente în Africa de Vest şi Africa Centrală
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Former colonial ruler France hands over its last military bases in Senegal
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French army withdraws last troops from Senegal bases

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