The UN human rights chief voiced alarm Saturday at recent deadly clashes between Muslims and Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia and called on authorities to investigate and bring perpetrators to justice. United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet said she was "deeply distressed" by the violence that erupted late last month in northern Ethiopia, reportedly killing at least 30 people and injuring more than 100 others. In all, police had reportedly arrested and detained at least 578 people in at least four cities in connection with the clashes, she said. At the same time, "those arrested must be fully accorded their due process and fair trial rights in accordance with international human rights law, without discrimination." The UN rights chief also called for broader action to reconcile communities in Ethiopia, where Muslims make up about a third of the population.

Source: Ethiopian News May 07, 2022 09:20 UTC