Lesotho Parliament Suspended Amid Coup Fears

The South African government has expressed concern over the unfolding political and security situation in neighbouring Lesotho after the suspension of the country's parliament. In a statementissued on Friday, the South African government "noted with grave concern the unusual movements of the Lesotho Defence Force Units in the capital, Maseru" and urged the country's political leaders to "refrain from any actions that may undermine peace, security and stability in the country".