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African Union Suspends Guinea-Bissau After Military Coup

11/30/2025

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The African Union suspended Guinea-Bissau after a military coup, signaling zero tolerance for unconstitutional changes.
The suspension, issued by the AU Peace and Security Council, lasts until constitutional order is restored.
Ousted President Umaro Sissoco Embaló fled to the Republic of the Congo.
General Horta Inta-a was appointed to lead the military government during a one-year transition.
Guinea-Bissau remains politically unstable and serves as a significant drug trafficking hub.

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The African Union suspended Guinea-Bissau after a military coup, signaling zero tolerance for unconstitutional changes.
The suspension, issued by the AU Peace and Security Council, lasts until constitutional order is restored.
Ousted President Umaro Sissoco Embaló fled to the Republic of the Congo.
General Horta Inta-a was appointed to lead the military government during a one-year transition.
Guinea-Bissau remains politically unstable and serves as a significant drug trafficking hub.