KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Six people were killed and dozens arrested following attacks on the residence of a close ally of President Felix Tshisekedi and the presidential palace, in what the country’s military described as a foiled coup attempt. In December, Tshisekedi was reelected as president amid calls for a revote from the opposition over what they said was a lack of transparency. The six who were killed included 3 assailants and their leader, the self-exiled opposition figure Christian Malanga, Congolese army spokesperson Brig. Gen. Sylvain Ekenge told reporters on Sunday night, adding that around 50 perpetrators were arrested. Armed men in military uniform clashed Sunday with the guards of Vital Kamerhe, a federal legislator who is close to the Congolese president. Kamerhe’s spokesman posted on social media platform X, saying the guards were able to stop them and confirmed the lawmaker and his family were safe.’ |
China, Albania sign MOU on tourism cooperation1 killed, 11 more people hurt in shooting in New OrleansTesla plans to lay off 10% of workforce, multiple news outlets reportDisplaced Lebanese long for home as HezbollahThailand to charge entry fees for international traveler from JuneCambodia deports 130 online scam suspects to China — Radio Free AsiaMuch of central US faces severe thunderstorm threat and possible tornadoesCivil War viewers are left stunned by Jesse Plemons 'deadAudit report finds German green transition lags behind targetsRaye promises the 'unexpected' with second album during Coachella Festival set