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Guinea's president dismisses 173 soldiers, including coup ally, for desertion

BBC News World · 26 August 2026 at 14:49

Guinea's president dismisses 173 soldiers, including coup ally, for desertion

It is thought to be part of efforts to consolidate the former coup leader's control.

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Guinea's president dismisses 173 soldiers, including coup ally, for desertion

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