‘Deeply Concerning’: White House Speaks Out as Military Coup Rocks Gabon

‘Deeply Concerning’: White House Speaks Out as Military Coup Rocks Gabon
Gabonese military appear on television as they announce that they have seized power following President Ali Bongo's reelection in Gabon, on Aug. 30, 2023. Gabon 1ere/Handout via Reuters
Andrew Thornebrooke
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Gabon’s senior military leadership has seized power in the small, Central African nation, saying on Aug. 30 that they canceled the results of the most recent presidential election and won’t allow movement into or out of the country.

Gabonese President Ali Bongo won a third term in office on Aug. 30, extending his family’s 56-year reign over the nation amid widespread reports of fraudulent election activity.

Andrew Thornebrooke
Andrew Thornebrooke
National Security Correspondent
Andrew Thornebrooke is a national security correspondent for The Epoch Times covering China-related issues with a focus on defense, military affairs, and national security. He holds a master's in military history from Norwich University.
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