Ely Ould Mohamed Vall

Colonel Ely Ould Mohamed Vall (1953 – 5 May 2017) was a political and military figure in Mauritania. He served as the transitional military leader of Mauritania following a coup d'état in August 2005 until 19 April 2007, when he gave up his power to an elected government."Mauritania's new military leader", BBC.co.uk, August 8, 2005."Political Transition in Mauritania" , International Crisis Group, April 24, 2006.

Vall died on 5 May 2017 from a heart attack in Zouerate at the age of 64.Mauritanie: décès de l'ancien président mauritanien Ely Ould Mohamed Vall (2005-2007)  

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Category:Deaths from myocardial infarction
Category:Presidents of Mauritania