2022 Conakry gunfire near presidential palace; motive unknown; military secures area; Guinea under military rule since 2021 coup.

On Thursday, gunfire erupted near Guinea's presidential palace in Conakry, leading the military to secure the area and evacuate the city center. The motives and identity of the shooters are unknown. Since a coup in 2021, Guinea has been under military rule, facing criticism for governance and resisting Western intervention. The regional bloc ECOWAS is advocating for a return to civilian rule, with elections slated for 2025.

September 26, 2024
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