Guinea-Bissau’s deposed president travels to Congo’s Brazzaville: Reports
Summary
Guinea-Bissau's former president, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, traveled to Brazzaville in the Republic of Congo after being overthrown in a military coup. The coup has led to international criticism, with demands for a return to constitutional rule. Embalo initially sought refuge in Senegal and maintains close ties with many military leaders involved in the coup.Key Facts
- Umaro Sissoco Embalo was overthrown in a military coup in Guinea-Bissau.
- After the coup, Embalo traveled to Brazzaville, Republic of Congo.
- The coup occurred before the release of the provisional election results.
- Embalo initially sought refuge in Senegal before moving to Congo.
- International leaders and the UN have condemned the coup, urging a return to constitutional order.
- Many military leaders involved in the coup were close to Embalo.
- The main opposition party's headquarters in Guinea-Bissau was allegedly raided by armed groups.
- No official election results have been released since the coup.
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