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Former Malian President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, who was ousted from power in a rebellion, died in the city of Bamako, informs newspaper Le Figaro, citing a statement from family members. The causes of death were not specified.
In August 2020, amid protests that broke out in the country, Ibrahim Boubacar Keita announced his resignation, the dissolution of the government and parliament. Keita then stated that he did not want blood to be shed for the sake of maintaining his power. At the same time, he noted that he “has no choice.”
“I have no hatred for anyone, love for my country does not allow me to do this,” quoted его BBC News.
As a result of a military coup, the General Staff was captured, the President himself and a number of senior government officials were arrested, including the Prime Minister, the Minister of Defense and the Minister of Economy and Finance. Subsequently, the military formed the National Committee for the Salvation of the People.
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