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Ethiopian Capital, Calm But Tense After Deadly Protests
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At least 42 people reported killed, hundreds more wounded during four
days of protests in Addis Ababa





Woman reacts outside Black Lion Hospital in Addis Ababa (November 2,
2005 photo)Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, was calm but tense
Saturday following days of deadly clashes between anti-government
protesters and police.

Witnesses say government security forces are patrolling the streets in
the capital. Some residents have been seen venturing into the streets,
but many have expressed concern the violence could flare up again.

At least 42 people were reported killed and hundreds more wounded
during four days of protests in the capital. At least four others were
killed Friday in violence that spilled over to other areas of the
country.

Opposition supporters are protesting last May's elections, alleging
massive fraud.

Ethiopia's information minister says the protests are illegal, and
blames the violence on what he calls politically motivated people.

Some information for this report provided by AP and Reuters.


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