Hailed as a climate visionary, Gabon’s president, Ali Bongo Ondimba, was once welcomed to Buckingham Palace but was blindsided by this week’s coup.
Tag: Coups D’Etat and Attempted Coups D’Etat
Chile Searches for Its Disappeared, 50 Years After Coup
President Gabriel Boric authorized a new national search plan ahead of the 50th anniversary of the coup that toppled the government and led to the disappearance and killing of thousands.
Gabon Coup: Military Officers Seize Power From Ali Bongo
The coup was announced hours after President Ali Bongo Ondimba, whose family has controlled the country for a half-century, was declared to have been re-elected for a third term in a disputed election.
Thailand’s Old Guard Keeps Its Grip After Voters Seek Change
The country went months without naming a new prime minister, only for Parliament to elect Srettha Thavisin, a candidate who many frustrated voters say represents the establishment.
Thai Parliament Picks Real Estate Mogul as Next Prime Minister
Months of political chaos have culminated in the selection of Srettha Thavisin, a businessman seen as amenable to royalists and the military-appointed Senate.
Junta Official in Niger Claims Captive President Will Not Be Harmed
In an interview with The New York Times, a civilian leader of the junta sounded a conciliatory tone. He also said Niger would not summon the Kremlin-backed Wagner mercenary group.
Mohamed Bazoum, Niger President Ousted in Coup, Remains Imprisoned at Home
President Mohamed Bazoum had grown alarmed at military takeovers sweeping across Niger’s neighbors. Then his own soldiers came for him. Weeks later, he remains imprisoned in his home.
Coup in Niger Upends U.S. Terrorism Fight and Could Open a Door for Russia
The military takeover could force the Pentagon to withdraw 1,100 American troops and close drone bases in the West African country.
Niger Junta Says It Will Prosecute Deposed President for Treason
Coup leaders also signaled they would be open to dialogue with West African nations, the first sign of a thaw after weeks of rising tensions.
Few Options on Niger Crisis for West African Leaders
The military junta told an American diplomat this week that they would kill Niger’s elected president, who they’re holding hostage, if other countries tried to intervene.