Six killed in a 'foiled coup' in Congo, the army says
Time:2024-05-21 16:30:46 Source:worldViews(143)
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Six people were killed and dozens arrested following attacks on the residence of a close ally of President Felix Tshisekedi and the presidential palace, in what the country’s military described as a foiled coup attempt.
In December, Tshisekedi was reelected as president amid calls for a revote from the opposition over what they said was a lack of transparency.
The six who were killed included 3 assailants and their leader, the self-exiled opposition figure Christian Malanga, Congolese army spokesperson Brig. Gen. Sylvain Ekenge told reporters on Sunday night, adding that around 50 perpetrators were arrested.
Armed men in military uniform clashed Sunday with the guards of Vital Kamerhe, a federal legislator who is close to the Congolese president. Kamerhe’s spokesman posted on social media platform X, saying the guards were able to stop them and confirmed the lawmaker and his family were safe.’
You may also like
- Everybody may love Raymond, but Ray Romano loves Peter Boyle
- 'An amazing opportunity'
- New operators of Tūroa Ski Field reveal discounts for former life
- How endangered dolphins could shut down the SailGP
- Supreme Court declines to hear challenge to Maryland ban on rifles known as assault weapons
- Coach speaks on car chase, gun shots after Hawke's Bay rugby game
- New operators of Tūroa Ski Field reveal discounts for former life
- Dozens of jobs set to be axed at Commerce Commission
- Children are evacuated from school 'during an exam' after threat made via email