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Ruto’s govt faces ICC pressure as opposition raises political violence fears ahead of 2027

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President William Ruto’s government is facing growing political pressure over claimed violence ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election, after an opposition coalition asked the International Criminal Court (ICC) to assess whether recent incidents warrant scrutiny under international law. The United Alternative Government of Kenya (UAG) and Linda Mwananchi said a series of reported attacks involving […]

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