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Chad condemns Macron's remarks as 'contemptuous' towards Africa

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Chad condemns Macron's remarks as 'contemptuous' towards Africa

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  • Chad's foreign minister, Abderaman Koulamallah, accuses French President Emmanuel Macron of showing contempt towards Africa.
  • Macron stated that African leaders have "forgotten to say thank you" for France's military assistance in combatting jihadist insurgencies in the Sahel.
  • Koulamallah emphasized that respect for Africans is essential and highlighted the historical contributions of Africa and Chad in supporting France during the world wars.
  • Chad previously ended defense agreements with France, deeming them "obsolete," amidst a significant withdrawal of French troops from the region.
  • Macron's comments came as France is reassessing its military strategy in Africa after facing hostility in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.

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