Senegal: A French homosexual arrested for three months, Paris reacts

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: May 15, 2026Country: Senegal

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Senegal: A French homosexual arrested for three months, Paris reacts

A French engineer, arrested in Dakar on February 14, 2026, during an anti-LGBTQ+ raid, remains in detention. Charges include 'acts against nature' and other offenses. France is closely monitoring the case, with regular consular visits and a commitment to human rights. A new Senegalese law has recently increased penalties for homosexuality.

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