Senegalese president pledges not to seek third term, easing political tensions

Senegalese President Macky Sall announced he will not run for a third term in next year's elections, ending uncertainty and deadly protests over his political future.
Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko had called for protests if Sall announced his intention to run again.
Sall's decision surprised some but was praised as upholding democracy in a region where leaders often overstay term limits.
Sall cited considering Senegal's future as reason for his decision, though the constitution would have allowed him to run.
There were concerns Sall's announcement could lead to further unrest, as his uncertain political future recently contributed to deadly protests.