French foreign minister Barrot voices concern about 'terrorist threat' in the Sahel
Summary
France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot expressed concern about the spread of Islamist extremist violence in West Africa's Sahel region after meeting with Togo's leaders. The violence, linked to groups like al Qaeda and ISIS, is now moving into northern coastal areas like Togo, especially after French troops left Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.Key Facts
- Islamist extremist violence has affected the Sahel region in West Africa for about ten years.
- Terrorist activity is spreading into northern parts of coastal countries, including Togo.
- Military governments in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger expelled French troops combating militants.
- Jean-Noël Barrot visited Togo, marking the first French foreign minister visit there in 10 years.
- Togo remains a close ally of France despite building stronger ties with Russia.
- France supports regional efforts to control terrorism and help countries protect their own security.
- Barrot praised Togo's mediation role in conflicts like the Democratic Republic of Congo’s.
- France will co-host a large summit on Africa in Nairobi next month to discuss these issues.
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