but it is now reinforcing its presence in Libya to compensate for the potential loss of its Syrian logistical hubs. Ivory Coast was one of France’s staunchest allies in Africa and a long-time ...

ABIDJAN, Jan 15 (Reuters) - The chief of staff of Ivory Coast's army has ordered the suspension ... seeking to keep bases in Syria, says it held 'frank' talks with new leader 10:06 AM UTC ...

Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara said in an end-of-year speech that French forces will withdraw from the West African nation in January, making it the latest country to weaken military ties ...