The Honduran government declared a state of emergency late Friday and imposed a 10-day curfew in an attempt to stop violent demonstrations across the country triggered by claims of presidential election fraud. Police said at least two officers and 12 civilians were injured, some by gunfire, after clashes in several parts of the country between riot police and opposition supporters. The violence was sparked by opposition candidate Salvador Nasralla claiming election fraud and calling his supporters onto the streets. Thousands of Nasralla supporters blocked roads across the country, and footage of their confrontations with the police — who attempted to disperse demonstrators with tear gas — went viral on social media. But in an television interview, Nasralla demanded a full recount, warning of possible collusion between the TSE and the government.

Source: Egypt Independent December 02, 2017 06:11 UTC