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Armed Motorcyclists Fuel Tensions in Sahel Region of West Africa Amid Ongoing Conflict

Armed men on motorcycles are fueling ongoing conflict in the Sahel region, disrupting daily life and forcing residents to live in fear. The group's activities have brought a sense of normalcy back to Parakou, Benin's Parakou neighborhood, where children now eagerly await the sound of their motorbikes.

Armed Motorcyclists Fuel Tensions in Sahel Region of West Africa Amid Ongoing Conflict
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Armed men on motorbikes continue to fuel conflict in the Sahel region, bringing a sense of unease and disruption to communities in Parakou, Benin, where children are once again forced to abandon their games due to the sound of these vehicles. The situation has been ongoing for several years, with the motorbikes serving as a symbol of violence and instability in the area. Local residents are struggling to cope with the recurring threat, which has become a regular part of life in Parakou. The situation remains unresolved, with no clear end in sight.

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