Curfew partially lifted in SLeone capital after clashes killed 13 soldiersSecurity forces clashed with unknown assailants for several hours in Freetown on SundayFREETOWN - Clashes that shook Sierra Leone's capital Freetown on Sunday left 13 dead in the ranks of the army loyal to the government, and were orchestrated by active and retired soldiers, the army spokesperson said Monday. Daily life began to resume amid a heavy security presence in Freetown on Monday, as the government partially lifted a curfew imposed after the clashes erupted in the city. Bangura told AFP eight more soldiers had been seriously injured in the clashes as they defended their barracks. "Certain members of the military are not loyal towards the government or the president, despite taking the oath," said Bangura. A curfew will be imposed from 9:00 pm (2100 GMT) to 6:00 am until further notice, the Information ministry announced, lifting a daytime curfew previously imposed.

Source: Bangkok Post November 27, 2023 20:26 UTC