Senegal Plunges Into Violence as Protesters Demand End to President's Rule

Clashes between security forces and opposition supporters calling for President Macky Sall to step down have killed at least 16 people and injured hundreds in Senegal's worst unrest in decades.
The violence erupted after authorities arrested opposition leader Ousmane Sonko on corruption charges that his supporters see as an effort to bar him from running in the 2024 election.
Religious leaders are working behind the scenes to calm tensions, but deep divisions remain over Sall's presidency as he ponders running for a third term.
There are fears Sall's potential bid for another term could trigger even greater unrest that threatens Senegal's reputation as West Africa's most stable democracy.
Some Senegalese want an end to the political crisis while hard-core government opponents say protests will continue until there are reforms allowing for fair elections and limits to Sall's power.