Month: May 2026

Tensions between Paris and Dakar have escalated following the arrest of a French national in Senegal accused of homosexuality. The case has drawn international attention, highlighting the growing legal and diplomatic challenges surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in West Africa. Legal battle unfolds as accusations mount A French engineer in his 30s, residing in Dakar, has been held since February 2026 after being detained in a sweeping operation targeting alleged homosexual activities. The case has intensified scrutiny over Senegal’s legal framework, which has seen recent crackdowns on LGBTQ+ individuals. Among the charges…

Ligue 1 : la ministre des Sports dénonce des “scènes de violence inacceptables” lors du match Nantes-Toulouse Les supporters nantais ont envahi le terrain à la 20e minute de jeu contre Toulouse, dimanche, provoquant l’arrêt définitif de la rencontre. lire plus tard Pour sauvegarder cet article, connectez-vous ou créez un compte franceinfo Sans paiement. Sans abonnement. Fermer la fenêtre d’activation des notifications franceinfo créer votre compte se connecter : Fermer la fenêtre de présentation précédent suivant commenter partager Copier le lien Facebook Whatsapp X Article rédigé par franceinfo: sport France…

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is currently confronting its first major test of operational reliability. During the heavy assaults launched in late April 2026 against Malian military positions, neither Burkina Faso nor Niger sent reinforcements to support Bamako. This lack of intervention directly contradicts the Liptako-Gourma Charter signed in September 2023, which explicitly mandates mutual defense and assistance among the three military-led administrations. The coordinated offensives struck multiple locations in northern and central Mali, targeting both the national army and installations linked to foreign partners. Fighters from the Al-Qaeda-affiliated…

Football Ligue 1 Tolisso reflects on Lyon’s season despite loss to Lens Despite a heavy defeat at home against Lens in the 34th and final matchday of Ligue 1 on Sunday evening, Lyon secured a fourth-place finish that thoroughly satisfied captain Corentin Tolisso, who led the team admirably throughout the campaign. Lyon’s season concluded on a bitter note, as they were outclassed by a determined Lens side in front of their own fans. Yet, the club’s fourth-place standing in the league table ensures their participation in next season’s European competitions.…

The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) concluded their Ligue 1 campaign with a 2-1 defeat to Paris FC on the final day of the season. Now, the club shifts its full focus to the upcoming Champions League final after a season filled with challenges and hard-earned victories. As the captain, Marquinhos, addressed the media following the match, he reflected on the team’s performance and the lessons learned before their most crucial fixture of the year. Lessons from the Ligue 1 finale Marquinhos acknowledged the disappointment of the loss but emphasized the importance…

The anticipated lunar crescent marking the start of Dhul Hijja 1447 in the Islamic calendar was not sighted over Senegalese skies this past Sunday, leading to a shift in religious observances. As a result, the Tabaski celebration has been officially set for Thursday, May 28, 2026, prompting discussions about lunar observation methodologies across the region. Religious calendar adjustments due to lunar observation Local religious authorities confirmed that the crescent moon, a key indicator for the beginning of the sacred month of Dhul Hijja, remained unseen on May 17, 2026. This…