Senegal's Election Postponement Sparks Deadly Protests and International Concern

The government's decision to delay presidential elections has led to widespread violence, with at least three killed and calls for investigations into the use of force against protesters.

Senegal faces escalating tensions after the postponement of presidential elections initially scheduled for February 25, leading to widespread protests and violence.
The government's decision to delay the elections to December 15 has sparked international concern, with the UN and France calling for investigations into the deaths of protesters and urging Senegal to uphold democracy.
At least three people, including a 16-year-old boy, have been killed by security forces during the protests, with numerous others arrested, including journalists.
Mobile internet access has been suspended multiple times to curb the spread of 'subversive' messages, further restricting civic space and freedom of expression.
The opposition and civil society groups are demanding the restoration of the electoral calendar and the immediate release of detained protesters, amid fears of a deepening political crisis.

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