Coup Attempt in Mauritania

Coup Attempt in Mauritania

The United States joins the African Union in condemning the attempted overthrow of the government of Mauritania. We oppose any attempts by rogue elements to change governments through extra-constitutional or violent means. We call on all members of the military and security forces to avoid violence and the loss of innocent life.

2005/759, Released on August 3, 2005, Press Statement, Tom Casey, Acting Spokesman, Washington, DC, August 3, 2005

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