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UN rights chief is concerned about arrest of opposition figures in Zambia’s election

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The United Nations human rights chief stated on Wednesday that he is deeply concerned about the arrest of opposition officials in Zambia following the country's troubled election last week. The remarks from the UN official highlight growing international scrutiny over the electoral process and subsequent law enforcement actions in the southern African nation.

According to the provided reports, Zambian law enforcement agents carried out a raid on a property during the election period, leading to the detention of the opposition figures. The situation underscores ongoing tensions surrounding the election results and the government's treatment of political opponents.

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