President declares state of emergency
From Times Wire Reports
President Lansana Conte declared a state of emergency in Guinea, saying he had ordered the army to “take all necessary measures” to restore order after three days of violent protests. At least 27 people have been killed.
The West African country’s major trade unions called for Conte to step down.
The violence started Saturday after Conte appointed a close ally prime minister. The move angered many, who said he had sidestepped a power-sharing agreement.
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