France has officially withdrawn its remaining troops from Senegal, ending 65 years of military presence in the West African nation, Agence France-Presse reported.
On Thursday, the final two French military facilities in Senegal were formally handed over to local authorities during a ceremony marking the end of France’s permanent military presence not only in Senegal but across Central and West Africa.
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Based on materials from RIA Novosti