Kenya's President, William Ruto, has intensified rhetoric against protesters after 31 deaths in recent demonstrations. He ordered police to shoot protestors in the legs instead of killing them. Ruto accused opponents of orchestrating violence and labeled attacks on security personnel as acts of terrorism. Historical context notes the protests coincide with Saba Saba day, a significant day in Kenya's push for democracy. The protests have led to numerous casualties, including a 12-year-old girl killed by a stray bullet, prompting UNICEF to call for the protection of children.
William Ruto stated, "They shouldn't kill them but they should shoot their legs so they break and they can go to hospital on their way to court." His remarks reflect a drastic stance against protests targeting businesses.
Ruto labeled protestors attacking security personnel and installations as terrorists and declared, "That is a declaration of war, that is terrorism, he said. We are going to deal with you firmly."
The protests have resulted in 31 deaths and 107 injuries, with already 51 deaths over the past two months, highlighting the escalating violence surrounding public dissent.
UNICEF condemned the killing of a 12-year-old girl from a stray bullet, emphasizing that "children must be protected from harm" amidst the ongoing protests.
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