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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 154, Bardaisan, Syrian astrologer, scholar, and philosopher (died 222) was born. In 911, Signing of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte between Charles the Simple and Rollo of Normandy. In 1723, Jean-François Marmontel, French historian and author (died 1799) was born. In 1789, Jacques Necker is dismissed as France's Finance Minister sparking the Storming of the Bastille. In 1940, World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Chief of the French State. In 1943, Robert Malval, Haitian businessman and politician, 5th Prime Minister of Haiti was born. In 1947, The Exodus 1947 heads to Palestine from France. In 1960, France legislates for the independence of Dahomey (later Benin), Upper Volta (later Burkina Faso) and Niger. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Burkina Faso cuts diplomatic ties with France
Burkina Faso has cut diplomatic ties with France, marking a dramatic break with its former colonial ruler. The military junta led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré accused Paris of repeatedly acting against the country's interests, deepening its shift away from Western allies.
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Africa.com
· Jul 7, 2026
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A Congolese political analyst says Burkina Faso’s decision to sever diplomatic ties with France reflects Paris’ declining influence across Africa, arguing that France has failed to move beyond the legacy of “Francafrique.” Guy Magloire Mafimba Motoki said President Ibrahim Traore’s decision to cut diplomatic relations with France may have appeared “somewhat impulsive,” but was driven []
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Related coverage for "Burkina Faso cuts diplomatic ties with France": Africa.com — Analyst Says Burkina Faso’s Break With France Reflects Paris’ Waning Influence in Africa. Guinee news — Forum africain de N’Djamena : le président Doumbouya invité par son homologue tchadien. OneFootball — 🎥 A dancing statue in the club? This fan icon can move, and how. SkySports — Senegal or DR Congo in the last 32 - England's route to the World Cup final. RTÉ News — World Cup 2026: England v DR Congo updates. Football | The Guardian — Côte d’Ivoire into knockout stage for first time as Pépé inspires win against Curaçao