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world23h ago

Guinea-Bissau's military says it has taken total control and detained the president, three days after a disputed election.
The officers appeared on state TV to announce the takeover and said they suspended the electoral process.
Borders were closed and a curfew was imposed as the military took control.
The alleged arrests include the president and an opposition leader, amid claims of manipulation over the election.
The coup comes after a controversial election that excluded PAIGC and Pereira from the final candidate list.
Guinea-Bissau has a history of coups and political instability, complicating the post-election period.
The National Electoral Commission was attacked during the unfolding events.
ECOWAS and international observers are monitoring the crisis as the military assumes control.
The president had been expected to win, but officials warned the election remained unresolved.
Guinea-Bissau's struggle with legitimacy after a disputed vote has intensified after the military takeover.

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world7h ago

Guinea-Bissau soldiers appeared on state TV saying they seized power amid reports of gunfire near the presidential palace.
The development comes as the UN spokesman reacts to the reports of a power seizure in Guinea-Bissau.
The situation followed gunshots near Guinea-Bissau’s presidential palace, raising questions about stability.
AP News provided the contemporaneous timeline and coverage of the events as they unfolded.
No final confirmation of a change in leadership had been issued at the time of reporting.
The report emphasizes the evolving nature of the situation and the need for official verification.
The reference material frames the event within a broader AP News coverage menu including multiple regional topics.
The report includes a brief mention of the UN's role in reacting to the incident as it develops.
The international community remains watchful as the country navigates this potential political disruption.
The incident highlights Guinea-Bissau’s fragile political climate amid reports of military involvement.

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The House urged the government to deploy all diplomatic channels to secure Jonathan's safe return from Guinea-Bissau after the coup.
Jonathan was in Guinea-Bissau on an international election observation mission when the military takeover occurred.
Lawmakers highlighted Jonathan’s broad election-monitoring experience across several countries.
The motion was adopted by a voice vote, emphasizing the need to protect Nigerians abroad amid the crisis.
Guinea-Bissau’s military announced a leadership takeover and border closures amid the crisis.
The context includes concerns for other Nigerians affected by the Guinea-Bissau crisis.
The motion called for prioritizing the safety of all Nigerian citizens abroad during the crisis.
The report notes Jonathan’s extensive international engagement on election-monitoring missions.
The development followed Guinea-Bissau’s electoral process disruption and border closures.

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