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These personal stories reflect the broader societal context in which the disaster occurred. The event was organized under the auspices of the military leader who took power in Guinea in 2021 and aimed to garner support from the country’s youth—a demographic that was tragically overrepresented among the victims of the disaster. Witnesses expressed outrage over the disproportionate use of tear gas in a large gathering, questioning the judgment of those in authority.