Post-Election Violence Escalates in Mozambique

The recent political climate in the U.S. and abroad has raised significant concerns about the potential for increased violence, particularly following the election of Donald Trump. In Mozambique, post-election protests have resulted in at least 30 deaths and accusations of electoral irregularities, prompting international scrutiny and regional discussions about stability. The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called for an extraordinary summit to address these issues, while the government has reportedly restricted internet access in response to unrest. Meanwhile, in the U.S., fears of political violence are escalating, with experts drawing parallels to conditions that could lead to unrest akin to that seen on January 6. The Federal Communications Commission is also investigating alleged racist text messages sent following the election, highlighting the toxic political atmosphere. Overall, the combination of contested political outcomes and inflammatory rhetoric is creating a precarious situation both domestically and internationally.