Eighteen Senegalese supporters remain detained in Morocco following violent incidents at the end of the Africa Cup of Nations final match between Senegal and Morocco. As of February 6, they have chosen to start a hunger strike to protest their detention and lack of communication with local authorities. Their lawyer, Patrick Kabou, has expressed concern over their situation, highlighting that one supporter required hospitalization before being returned to the detention center.

Lawyer Patrick Kabou has been closely involved with the case, advocating for the rights of the detained supporters who have been in custody since January 18. He notes the complexities surrounding their detention and the frustrations voiced by the supporters, who feel they have no clear understanding of the accusations against them. The situation underscores the issues of accountability and the treatment of foreign nationals in Morocco, especially in the aftermath of high-stress public events such as international sports matches.

The supporters' decision to protest through a hunger strike indicates their desperation and the urgency of the matter. It raises questions about the treatment of detainees and their rights in foreign countries, as well as the implications of such detentions on the relationship between Senegal and Morocco. The ongoing developments in this case could have broader ramifications for both diplomatic ties and the policies regarding the treatment of foreign supporters at international events.