France has taken another step in its withdrawal from West Africa, as numerous soldiers departed from Chad today. The move is part of Chad’s, and many West African countries’ plan to send all French forces out of their country, with the withdrawal set to be completed by January 31.
This marks a continuing shift in France’s military strategy in the region, where it has maintained a presence for years. The redeployment follows growing calls for a reassessment of foreign military involvement in West African nations.