Live Blog Update| Israeli Elections 3 November 2026 22:45 GMT 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 Olympic Games began on 31 October and are expected to run until 13 November, and involve nearly 2,700 athletes from around the world. It is the first Olympic event of any type to take place on the African continent. Read more: Senegal arrests activist for protesting against Israeli participation at Youth Olympic Games Pro-Palestinian activist Amadou Sarang Diallo was reportedly arrested on Monday for a social media post (Supplied/MEE)
Senegal arrests activist for protesting against Israeli participation at Youth Olympic Games
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