Turmoil in Guinea-Bissau: Coup Sparks Global Outcry

A coup in Guinea-Bissau has sparked widespread international condemnation, including from regional power Senegal. The military intervention halted election results and led to the installation of military officials. The African Union and ECOWAS have suspended Guinea-Bissau, demanding the restoration of constitutional order amidst accusations of human rights violations.

A military coup in Guinea-Bissau has drawn harsh rebuke from around the world. Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko labeled the coup a sham and demanded the elections continue uninterrupted, echoing sentiments across the region.

The coup has interrupted the electoral process in Guinea-Bissau, which is notorious for its political instability and military interferences. The African Union, during an emergency meeting, strongly condemned the unconstitutional power shift and suspended the nation until order is restored.

Global bodies like the United Nations and ECOWAS have expressed concern over human rights abuses following the coup. The international community is pressuring for a return to democracy while accusations of election manipulation swirl around the interim leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)