Six killed in a 'foiled coup' in Congo, the army says

21/5/2024 7:13

        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 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.