Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Food Riots Break Out In Mozambique

Deaths In Mozambique Riots -- Al Jazeera

At least six people are killed as clashes erupt during protests over soaring prices of food and fuel.

At least six people have been shot dead in Mozambique's capital during clashes between police and demonstrators protesting against rising food and fuel prices.

Police opened fire on protesters throwing stones and setting fire to tyres and barriers, but it was not immediately clear whether their bullets were responsible for the deaths.

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More News On The Riots In Mozambique

At least 6 reported killed in Mozambique price riots -- Reuters
Mozambique police fire at crowds protesting prices -- AP
Children Die As Police Fire On Food Protesters -- SKY News
Mozambique police kill 6 in food price protest -- CBC
Deadly riots in Mozambique over rising prices -- BBC
Four dead in Mozambique after police fire on protest -- AFP
Mozambique: Frelimo Appeals for Calm -- allAfrica.com
Factbox: Violence in Mozambique -- Reuters

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