Ethiopia: Annan Condemns Post-Election Violence in Addis Ababa
New York, Jun 8 2005 4:00PM
In the wake of the unrest following disputed elections in Ethiopia, United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan has
condemned the violence in Addis Ababa that resulted in the shooting and reported killing of a number of demonstrators by
security forces.
"The Secretary-General is seriously concerned about the tense situation that has arisen due to controversies regarding
the conduct of the recent elections," a spokesman for Mr. Annan said in a statement released in New York.
The statement also urged all parties involved to support the efforts of Ethiopia's National Election Board which is
investigating the allegations of election irregularities.
"The Secretary-General calls on the Ethiopian Government and the opposition leaders to do everything possible to resolve
their differences through dialogue and legal means," the spokesman said.
"The Secretary-General urges the parties to commit themselves firmly to accept the final results that will be announced
after the investigation is completed. In the meantime, he calls on all parties for calm, respect for the law and the
rights of the people," he added.
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