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’
Driverless pods proposed as alternative transport on Hammersmith Bridge
Hammersmith Bridge, closed to motor vehicles since 2019 due to structural issues, may remain off-limits for an extended period. Barnes and Hammersmith Electric Light Transit
Spain sees progress in wildfire battle despite risks from new heatwave
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced that Spain is seeing progress in combating ongoing wildfires, although he warned of continued challenges due to soaring temperatures. The