Senegal’s political crossroads and global tensions
Senegal, Middle East conflict and 2026 World Cup
This edition examines Senegal’s shifting political landscape, the implications of Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s strategic moves, and the escalating tensions in the Middle East. Will the President’s decisions strengthen national cohesion or deepen divisions?
Regional conflicts in the Middle East have intensified once again. Following a fresh wave of strikes and counter-strikes, Donald Trump declared that the ceasefire was “over.” Describing negotiations with Tehran as a “waste of time,” the U.S. President hinted at further military escalation. Is the region on the brink of a new, more dangerous phase of confrontation?
Each week, African journalists and analysts dissect the key developments shaping Africa and the wider world.
This week’s panel features:
- Wuldath Mama, Beninese journalist specializing in international affairs
- Eric Topona, Chadian journalist with the Deutsche Welle Francophone Africa desk
- François Hiondi Nkam, senior reporter and Head of Economics at the Cameroonian daily Le Jour
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