coup - n. a sudden attempt by a small group of people, often military members, to seize and takeover the government of a country often involving violence

sanction - n. restrictions, usually limiting trade, that are meant to cause a country to obey international law

legitimize – v. to make legitimate: in accordance with law or established requirements

baton – n. a heavy stick that is carried by police officers and is used as a weapon

monitor – v. to watch, observe, listen to, or check (something) for a special purpose over a period of time