Summary
Western embassies, including countries like the UK and France, are asking Tanzania to release the bodies of people killed during violence after the October elections. The embassies claim there were unlawful killings and other human rights abuses, but Tanzania has not officially responded. President Samia Suluhu Hassan's government is criticized for the election process and handling of protests.
Key Facts
- Western countries want Tanzania to release bodies from election-related violence.
- The violence occurred after the October presidential election.
- President Samia won the election with almost 98% of the vote.
- The government is accused of extrajudicial killings and arrests.
- Internet was cut off during the protests, and sharing protest photos was banned.
- More than 2,000 people were reportedly detained after protests.
- Western nations urge an independent investigation into the violence.
- The US is reevaluating its relationship with Tanzania due to this situation.
