Ousted Guinea-Bissau President Embalo arrives in Senegal amid regional tensions

France 24Thursday, November 27, 2025 at 9:16:15 PM
Ousted Guinea-Bissau President Embalo arrives in Senegal amid regional tensions
  • Ousted Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo arrived in Senegal on a special flight after the intervention of ECOWAS, following a military coup that led to his deposition. The coup was marked by gunfire near the presidential palace and the declaration of total control by soldiers.
  • This development is significant as it highlights the instability in Guinea-Bissau, where General Horta N'Tam has been appointed as the transitional leader, raising concerns about the future governance and political landscape of the nation.
  • The situation reflects ongoing tensions in West Africa, where military interventions have become increasingly common, raising questions about democratic processes and the role of regional organizations like ECOWAS in restoring order and governance.
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