UNITED NATIONS, Aug. 31 — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday condemned the coup attempt in Gabon. The secretary-general is following the situation in Gabon very closely, and notes with deep concern the announcement of the election results amidst reports of serious infringements of fundamental freedoms, said Stephane Dujarric, Guterres’ spokesman, in a statement. Guterres “firmly condemns the ongoing coup attempt as a means to resolve the post-electoral crisis,” Dujarric said. The secretary-general reaffirms his strong opposition to military coups, and calls on all actors involved to exercise restraint, engage in an inclusive and meaningful dialogue and ensure that the rule of law and human rights are fully respected, said the spokesman. Guterres also calls on the Gabonese national army and security forces to guarantee the physical integrity of the president and his family, said Dujarric. “The United Nations stands by the people of Gabon,” he said.
Xinhua
