Chad and Senegal hit back at comments made by President Macron claiming that African countries in the Sahel had “forgotten to say thank you” to France for helping to combat jihadist insurgencies. Both countries have demanded in recent months the withdrawal of French troops from their territories as France’s military presence in West Africa continues to wane.
Chad FM accuses Macron of ‘contemptuous attitude towards Africa’
Cuba claims its forces shot dead four individuals on US-registered speedboat.
Cuba says its forces have killed four on a US-registered speedboat that opened fire on a patrol vessel, injuring six others.
Majority of MEPs Support Fast-Track EU Membership for Ukraine This Week
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
This morning, European Parliament members express overwhelming support for Ukraine’s fast-track EU membership. Discussions continue around the timeline and implications, amid