Zimbabwe coup: Robert Mugabe ‘clinging to power’

As Zimbabweans await news of their President, questions have been raised about China’s role in the military takeover

General Chiwenga, head of the Zimbabwean military, travelled to Beijing last week
General Chiwenga, head of the Zimbabwean military, travelled to Beijing last week
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Robert Mugabe is reportedly refusing to step down as President of Zimbabwe, insisting he remains the only “legitimate head of state” despite a military takeover of his country.

State-run media have released photographs of Mugabe meeting the general believed to have led Wednesday’s coup, while Mugabe’s family and several senior supporters remain under house arrest.

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