Reports of coup in Congo debunked-UPDATED

Reports of coup in Congo debunked-UPDATED
# 17 September 2023 22:38 (UTC +04:00)

The spokesperson for the government of the Republic of Congo, Teri Lezen Manqala, has denied rumors of a state coup, stating that everything is calm in the country, APA reports.

"Incredible reports about some serious events in Brazzaville, the capital of Congo, have emerged. The government denies these false reports. We invite the public to carry on with their activities in a calm manner," - he stated on X social media.

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Some media outlets have disseminated information about a state coup occurring in the Democratic Republic of Congo, APA reports.

The coup is led by the commander of the presidential guard. The country's president is in New York, the army is taking control of the main facilities in the capital.

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THE OPERATION IS BEING PERFORMED