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Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Post-Election Civil Disturbance in Gabon

The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens about the strong possibility of demonstrations and civil disturbance after the Gabonese Constitutional Court announces its ruling regarding the disputed Gabonese presidential election results.  The Court’s decision is expected to be announced on or around September 23. Roads may be blocked and transportation, including commercial air travel, ... Read More»

Political crisis in Gabon

The United States Embassy in Libreville welcomes the decision by Mr. Jean Ping and two other candidates in the 2016 presidential election to resolve differences peacefully through the Constitutional Court. The long-term interests of the Gabonese people for political stability and development are at the heart of solving this dispute. To increase confidence and the ... Read More»

Statement by John Kirby, Spokesperson

United States Supports Proposed AU Mission to Gabon, Continues to Call for Calm The United States remains concerned about the tense political situation in Gabon.  We continue to call on all parties and their supporters to refrain from violence, inflammatory language, and aggression against all people living in Gabon, regardless of their ethnic background or ... Read More»

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Post-Election Civil Disturbance

The U.S. Embassy in Libreville informs U.S. citizens that sporadic vandalism, fires, road blocks, and security operations continue in limited parts of Libreville and other cities throughout Gabon. The airport in Libreville is open and operational, and commercial flights are available. The Embassy recommends U.S. citizens be aware of their surroundings and exercise caution in ... Read More»

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Civil Disturbance

The U.S. Embassy in Libreville informs U.S. citizens that widespread, violent demonstrations, rioting, looting, and road blocks continue, both in Libreville and other cities throughout Gabon. At this time the airport in Libreville is open and operational and commercial flights are available. The Embassy recommends U.S. citizens remain in a safe location and avoid non-essential ... Read More»