The United Nations (UN) today called on the Defense and Security Forces (DSF) to refrain from the unnecessary or disproportionate use of force in the demonstrations in Mozambique, lamenting the deaths already recorded..

The presidential candidate leading the biggest challenge to the election results in Mozambique since the country's first elections, Venâncio Mondlane, has announced three days of protests against the swearing in of the new members, including tomorrow's investiture of Daniel Chapo as President of the Republic.

"We remain ready to support Mozambique in promoting respect for and protection of human rights, including by ensuring accountability for election-related violations and abuses," reads a UN statement. MZNwes had access to.

According to the United Nations, human rights are fundamental to the creation of sustainable solutions, "the resolution of injustices and the fight against the root causes of conflicts and are the basis for sustainable development, peace and security".

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