Military Takes Control in Guinea-Bissau Following Election Turmoil

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Military Takes Control in Guinea-Bissau Following Election Turmoil

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Military Takes Control in Guinea-Bissau Following Election Turmoil

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Guinea-Bissau's military has declared "total control" over the country.
Incumbent President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and opposition candidate have each claimed victory in a recent election.
The electoral process has been suspended amidst security concerns and allegations of destabilization.

On November 26, military officers in Guinea-Bissau announced they are taking "total control" of the country, suspending the electoral process and closing borders following the recent presidential elections. This declaration came after heavy gunfire was reported near the presidential palace, signaling a military takeover just three days after the elections were held, according to Indiatimes, Le Monde, and NPR.

Dinis N’Tchama, spokesperson for the military high command, stated that they had discovered a "plan" aimed at destabilizing the country, which included attempts to manipulate electoral results. Consequently, the military announced the suspension of all institutions and media activities until further notice. "The future leadership of the country will be determined by the military command," N’Tchama declared, highlighting the serious political climate, according to Los Angeles Times and Africanews.

NPR and Los Angeles Times.

Indiatimes and Africanews.