UN condemns 'excessive use of force' by Colombian police after 19 killed during fierce protests

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There have been global calls for calm as Colombia deploys 'excessive force' during protests.

A local security official said five people died in Cali overnight and 33 people were injured.

The European Union also condemned the reported deaths - 18 civilians and a police officer countrywide so far. "Nothing justifies armed people who, protected by the legitimate desires of citizens to march, go out to shoot defenseless citizens and cruelly attack our police," said Mr Duque, who on Sunday withdrew the proposed reform that sparked the initial protests.Defense Minister Diego Molano said the violence was"systematic, premeditated and financed by criminal organizations.

"Violence and vandalism is an abuse of that right. At the same time, we urge the utmost restraint by public forces to prevent additional loss of life," she said.

 

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Interesting thought that NOT until the USA condems the violence, is not in the news. Thanks anyway.

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