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’
Putin threatens to seize European vessels in response to cargo seizures
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Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia will seize European vessels if European nations proceed with the seizure of ships carrying Russian cargo. Speaking aboard a
Oil prices increase as attacks hinder Strait of Hormuz reopening prospects
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Oil prices rose as violence in the Middle East raised concerns over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude increased by over 2%, nearing $90