Gunfire and Chaos in Abidjan as Military Coup Rumors Swirl — President Ouattara Missing?

Panic and uncertainty grip Abidjan, the capital of Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire), following hours of sustained gunfire and reports of escalating violence that point to either a military coup or a large-scale civil uprising.

Multiple unverified reports suggest a nationwide internet blackout, a possible media shutdown, and growing speculation over the whereabouts of President Alassane Ouattara, who has not made a public appearance since violence began erupting across major districts.

Rising Death Toll and Mounting Civil Unrest

Over the past 48 hours, at least 33 people are feared dead in the wake of clashes that have intensified around strategic military zones and government buildings. The unrest is reportedly driven by popular dissatisfaction with the Ouattara-led administration, long accused of:

• Human rights abuses

• Deepening poverty

• Corruption and foreign dependency, especially with France and the United States

President Ouattara Missing or Detained?

Adding fuel to the growing crisis, prominent X (formerly Twitter) user Mehmet Vefa Dag and others allege that President Ouattara has either been detained, gone into hiding, or possibly deceased. These claims, while unconfirmed, have not been denied or addressed by any government entity.

With internet access reportedly cut off nationwide, verifying facts on the ground has become increasingly difficult, prompting further speculation and panic.

Echoes of Ivory Coast’s Turbulent Past

Ivory Coast has experienced several episodes of political instability in recent decades, including:

• 1999 coup

• Civil wars (2002–2007 and 2010–2011)

• 2017 military mutiny

Today’s unfolding events resemble earlier crises, raising fears of another civil war in one of West Africa’s largest economies.

Foreign Influence Under Fire

Protesters and dissenters have increasingly criticized Ivory Coast’s alliances with France and the U.S., pointing to AFRICOM’s growing presence in the region. Many believe these relationships serve foreign strategic interests rather than local stability, deepening public resentment and calls for sovereign independence.

What We Know So Far

• Nationwide internet blackout reportedly in effect

• Death toll: 33+ and climbing

• President Ouattara: Missing or unaccounted for

• National broadcasts: Offline

• Embassies and NGOs: On high alert

• No official communication from Ivorian government

The world watches as Ivory Coast teeters on the brink, with the potential for massive political upheaval and long-term regional consequences. The situation remains fluid, and TheHubWeb.com will provide continuous updates as reliable information becomes available.

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