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Mozambique prison riot leaves 33 dead

Mozambique prison riot leaves 33 dead as civil unrest grips country

A prison riot in Mozambique's capital Maputo left 33 people dead and 15 injured, the country's police general commander Bernardino Rafael said on Wednesday, as civil unrest linked to October's disputed election continues.

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6,000 inmates escape from prison during unrest in Mozambique

At least 6,000 inmates escaped from a high-security prison in Mozambique’s capital on Christmas Day after a rebellion, the

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Mozambique police commander says 33 dead, 1,500 escaped in Maputo prison riot

Mozambique is experiencing escalating civil unrest linked to October’s disputed election, which extended long-ruling party Frelimo’s stay in power. Opposition groups and their supporters claim the vote was rigged.

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At Least 6,000 Inmates Escape From Mozambique Prison on Christmas Day

Thirty-three inmates were killed and 15 others sustained injuries during a violent clash with the prison's security forces.

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6,000 inmates escape from a high-security prison as post-election violence roils Mozambique

Police chief Bernardino Rafael said 33 prisoners died and 15 others were injured during a confrontation with the security forces.

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Mozambique Leader Calls For 'Non-Violence', Maputo Tense

Mozambique's president-elect Daniel Chapo on Friday called for“non-violence” and“unity” after widespread rioting this week ...

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Fear, chaos grip Maputo after postelection violence

Food, fuel, medicine are running low for city's inhabitants while escape of 1,000-plus prison inmates is fueling rumors and ...

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