Guinea-Bissau’s new military ruler moves to consolidate power after coup
Summary
Guinea-Bissau experienced a military coup that removed President Umaro Sissoco Embalo from power. General Horta Inta-A became the transitional president, appointing Ilidio Vieira Te as prime minister. The international community, including the African Union and the United Nations, condemned the coup and are calling for a return to constitutional order.Key Facts
- A military coup in Guinea-Bissau deposed President Umaro Sissoco Embalo.
- General Horta Inta-A is now the transitional president.
- Ilidio Vieira Te has been appointed as the new prime minister.
- The coup occurred just before the release of election results where Embalo was seeking re-election.
- International bodies like the African Union and ECOWAS have suspended Guinea-Bissau due to the coup.
- The UN and EU have condemned the coup, calling it a violation of democratic principles.
- Opposition candidate Fernando Dias claims the coup was organized to stop him from assuming office.
- Reports indicate about 18 people were detained arbitrarily during the coup.
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