Senegal Faces Political Crisis as Election Postponement Sparks Protests
The National Assembly votes on a new election date amid widespread unrest and international calls for democracy.
- Violent protests erupted in Senegal following President Macky Sall's announcement to postpone the presidential election originally scheduled for February 25, citing disputes and alleged corruption.
- The National Assembly is voting on a new election date, potentially delaying the vote for up to six months, amid international calls for a swift rescheduling.
- Opposition leaders and protesters have denounced the postponement as a 'constitutional coup' and an assault on democracy, with several senior opposition figures arrested.
- The government's actions, including shutting down a private television broadcaster and cutting mobile internet in parts of Dakar, have escalated tensions and drawn criticism.
- International bodies like the African Union and countries including the United States and France have expressed concern and urged for the elections to be held transparently and promptly.
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