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Senegalese troops enter The Gambia in support of President Adama Barrow, who was inaugurated after winning the election. Barrow took the oath of office in Dakar, Senegal, and his legitimacy is recognized internationally. The West African regional bloc, Ecowas, gives former President Yahya Jammeh until noon on Friday to step down, threatening the use of force if he refuses. The UN Security Council backs Ecowas's actions while emphasizing the importance of a political resolution.
Friday, 20 January, 2017