Tanzania's President Defends Post-Election Security Crackdown.

Violence erupted on October 29 after the general election, where Hassan secured 97.66% of votes following opposition disqualifications. Protests in cities like Dar es Salaam clashed with police amid a curfew and internet blackout, leaving hundreds—or possibly over 2,000—dead according to rights groups, though the government disputes those figures and highlights property damage. Hassan expressed regret for the losses but blamed parents for letting youth join, accused foreign funders of orchestrating a regime-change plot, and rejected criticism from abroad including the European Parliament's aid suspension.