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UN concerned by deadly protests in Kenya

"The UN Human Rights Office is very concerned by the widespread violence, and allegations of unnecessary or disproportionate use of force, including the use of firearms, by police during protests in Kenya," spokesman Jeremy Laurence said in a statement.

A Kenyan opposition supporter barricades a road during demonstrations in Nairobi, Kenya on July 12, 2023. (AFP)
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

GENEVA - The United Nations voiced concerns Friday over the deadly violence surrounding anti-government protests in Kenya, including allegations of a heavy-handed response by the police.

"The UN Human

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