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Gabon’s military says deposed President Ali Bongo ‘free’ to travel abroad

  • Gabon's deposed president Ali Bongo has been released from house arrest by the military and is free to travel abroad for medical treatment.

  • Bongo was removed from power on August 30 after controversial elections extended his 14-year rule.

  • General Brice Oligui Nguema, Bongo's cousin, was sworn in as Gabon's new head of state on Monday.

  • Bongo suffered a stroke 5 years ago and has not had access to his own doctors.

  • Bongo's family, including his wife and son, are accused of high treason and stealing from state coffers.

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