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Factbox-What is behind the political tension roiling Bangladesh?

The article from Yahoo News discusses the political tension in Senegal stemming from the sentencing of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko to two years in prison for "corrupting youth," a charge he denies and claims is politically motivated to prevent his participation in the 2024 presidential election. The unrest has led to violent clashes between Sonko's supporters and security forces, resulting in at least 16 deaths and numerous injuries. The situation has raised concerns about Senegal's stability, traditionally seen as a democratic stronghold in West Africa, with the government's actions, including internet shutdowns and the deployment of military vehicles, drawing criticism from human rights groups and sparking fears of further escalation as the country approaches the election.

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[ https://www.yahoo.com/news/factbox-behind-political-tension-roiling-083103963.html ]