DR Congo Police Suppress Protests Against Constitutional Amendments

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Published: 2026-09-15
Category: world
Source: Al Jazeera
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Police in the Democratic Republic of Congo used tear gas and arrested at least 10 individuals during nationwide protests. Demonstrators oppose proposed constitutional changes, fearing they could enable President Felix Tshisekedi to seek a third term. These events add to the country's existing challenges, including an Ebola outbreak and ongoing conflict in the east.

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