Lesotho Prime Minister accused the army of the country in the organization of a military coup

Lesotho Prime Minister accused the army of the country in the organization of a military coup

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In the army denied these allegations and claimed that the armed forces support the current government of Lesotho

RABAT, August 30. The Prime Minister of Lesotho Thomas Motsoahae Thabane said Saturday that he was illegally ousted by the army and he is currently in South Africa.

“I was relieved not by the people but the armed forces, which is illegal, – he said. – I arrived in South Africa and not going back as long as my life is in danger.”

According to reports entered here, the military and special forces Lesotho morning took the strategic areas of the capital, Maseru, took control of the police headquarters of the kingdom, as well as cut off radio and telephone.

Meanwhile, a spokesman for the Armed Forces denied reports Lesotho military coup attempt. According to Major Ntlele Ntoi, the army’s actions were taken against some members of the police who “planned to equip political group.”

“The situation has returned to normal, the military returned to the barracks,” – he said, adding that “the defense forces to protect the current democratically elected government.”

Sports Ministers adzes Maseribane for his part said that “all members of the government are healthy and sound.”

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