Protests for and against Mauritania's coup - 07 Aug 08
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Security forces in Mauritania have used force to disperse crowds, protesting against the leaders of the military coup.
The generals who removed the president and prime minister from power on Wednesday, have promised to hold free and fair elections, as soon as possible.
On the streets of the capital, rallies have been held both for and against the coup.
Our correspondent, Mohamed Vall reports from Nouakchott.
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