Africa: United States Denounces Reported Coup Attempt in The Gambia

United States Denounces Reported Coup Attempt in The Gambia

Press Statement

Jeff Rathke
Director, Bureau of Public Affairs, Office of Press Relations

Washington, DC

December 30, 2014

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The United States is aware of reports of a coup attempt on December 30 in The Gambia. We strongly condemn any attempt to seize power through extra-constitutional means. We regret the loss of life and call on all parties to refrain from further violence.

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Source: Dept. Of State – Africa

    

Africa: United States Denounces Reported Coup Attempt in The Gambia