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Clashes break out at DRC rally against presidential term-limit change (opens original article in a new tab)

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Violence erupted at a Democratic Republic of Congo rally against a proposed law that could extend President Felix Tshisekedi's term, with police using tear gas and opposition leaders injured.

  • Police dispersed a rally in Kinshasa with tear gas after clashes between opposition and pro-government activists.
  • Opposition leader Martin Fayulu and another figure were injured during the violence.
  • A proposed law could allow President Tshisekedi to extend his term beyond the two-term limit if approved.

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