Senegal arrests activist for protesting against Israeli participation at Youth Olympic Games

Middle East EyeNovember 3, 2026By Azad Essa

Senegal arrests activist for protesting against Israeli participation at Youth Olympic Games Senegalese civil society groups are calling for the release of a pro-Palestine activist after he criticised the government for hosting Israeli athletes at the Youth Olympic Games currently taking place in the West African nation. Amadou Sarang Diallo, 27, was arrested on Friday after he posted a video on TikTok condemning Israel's participation in the games, activists told Middle East Eye. The Youth O…

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