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Will French Foreign Minister attend the Thiaroye massacre's 80th anniversary commemoration on December 1, 2024?
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Macron Acknowledges 1944 Thiaroye Massacre to Senegalese President
Nov 28, 2024, 08:01 PM
French President Emmanuel Macron has officially recognized the 1944 massacre of Senegalese tirailleurs by French colonial forces at Thiaroye, Senegal. This acknowledgment was conveyed in a letter to Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The incident, which occurred on December 1, 1944, involved the killing of dozens of Senegalese soldiers who had fought for France during World War II. The recognition comes as France prepares to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the massacre, with French Foreign Minister representing the country at the event. Additionally, French parliamentarians have called for an inquiry into the event, highlighting its historical significance and the need for accountability.
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