France maintained military presence in 16 African countries acting as a regional policeman, keeping permanent bases long after those countries had gained independence in the 1960s.

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military operations in 16 African countries basically acting as a regional policeman keeping permanent bases on the continent long after these countries had secured their independence in the 1960s

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Ode to dread: Europe after TrumpThe Economist
Created: 8/11/2026, 7:02:23 AM

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