Macron admits French repression in Cameroon's independence struggle

French President Macron acknowledges French repression in Cameroon's independence struggle, citing atrocities committed by French forces during the period of 1945-1971. Macron stopped short of issuing a formal apology but acknowledged the violence and killings perpetrated by French troops in Cameroon. The decision to investigate France's role in Cameroon's struggle for independence was made during Macron's visit to Yaoundé in 2022, in response to pressure within Cameroon for acknowledgment and reparations. Macron expressed a willingness to collaborate with Cameroon on further research while emphasizing the importance of transparency and historical truth-sharing.