Senegal's Democracy in Crisis: Opposition Blocked as Parliament Delays Election
TL;DR
Senegal's parliament has voted to delay the presidential election until December 15, prompting chaotic scenes as security forces forcibly removed opposition lawmakers from the chambers. The move extends President Macky Sall's tenure, sparking protests and internet restrictions. The African Union has urged the government to organize the election "as soon as possible," while analysts warn of a democratic decline in Senegal amid heightened political tensions.
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