Security forces in The Gambia have shut down two private radio stations, the main press union has said, amid a crisis over President Yaya Jammeh's refusal to step down
The closure of Teranga FM and Hilltop Radio was a "slap in the face" for democracy, said Emil Touray, the head of The Gambia Press Union.
This is the first sign of a crackdown on the media since Mr Jammeh refused to accept defeat in the 1 December poll.
He first took power in a coup in 1994.
The Gambian strongman initially conceded to property developer Adama Barrow, but then launched court action to annul the result, saying the poll was marred by irregularities.
The electoral commission said the poll was free and fair.
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