Guinea-Bissau Military Appoints New Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil

Guinea-Bissau Military Appoints New Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil

Following a military coup, Guinea-Bissau's new leadership has appointed Ilídio Vieira Té as prime minister, prompting international condemnation and calls for a return to constitutional order.

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November 28, 2025
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Guinea-Bissau Military Appoints New Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil
Guinea-Bissau Military Appoints New Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil

AP News • 28 Nov 18:58

Following a military coup, Guinea-Bissau's new leadership has appointed Ilídio Vieira Té as prime minister, prompting international condemnation and calls for a return to constitutional order.

Credibility 85% Manip. 18% Center
Guinea-Bissau's President Embaló Deposed in Military Coup, Flees to Senegal
Guinea-Bissau's President Embaló Deposed in Military Coup, Flees to Senegal

BBC • 28 Nov 07:29

Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embaló has been ousted in a military coup and has fled to Senegal, as the military installs General Horta N'Tam as transitional leader.

Credibility 85% Manip. 20% Center
November 27, 2025
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Guinea-Bissau Military Installs General as Transitional Leader Following Coup
Guinea-Bissau Military Installs General as Transitional Leader Following Coup

AP News • 27 Nov 12:19

The military in Guinea-Bissau has appointed General Horta Inta-A Na Man as transitional president for a one-year period, following a coup that ousted President Umaro Sissoco Embaló amid disputed election results.

Credibility 87% Manip. 25% Center
November 26, 2025
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Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Power Amid Election Dispute
Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Power Amid Election Dispute

AP News • 26 Nov 18:06

Guinea-Bissau's military has taken control of the government following a contested presidential election, suspending institutions and detaining President Umaro Sissoco Embaló.

Credibility 90% Manip. 20% Center
Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Power Amid Election Dispute
Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Power Amid Election Dispute

NPR • 26 Nov 16:23

Military officers in Guinea-Bissau have declared control over the country, suspending the electoral process and detaining President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, following contested presidential elections.

Credibility 86% Manip. 18% Center