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What will be the Kenyan government's response to the criticism over the police's use of tear gas on peaceful protesters by December 31, 2024?
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Official statements from the Kenyan government or credible news sources
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Kenyan Police Criticized for Using Tear Gas on Peaceful Protesters on July 21 and 22
Jul 22, 2024, 09:00 AM
Recent protests in Kenya on July 21 and July 22 have sparked significant controversy due to the use of force by police against peaceful demonstrators. Despite the right to peaceful protest being protected under Kenyan law, protesters were met with reddish-orange tear gas deployed by Kenyan police. The incident has drawn criticism from various quarters, including human rights organizations like Amnesty International, which emphasized that peaceful protest is a fundamental human right that must be protected. The situation has raised concerns about the respect for human rights and the rule of law in Kenya.
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