OriginalSourceAP NewsUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityPublished21:54 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceAP NewsUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityPublished21:54 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC

“Zambia opposition leader sought refuge following disputed elections. Now he's accused of treason - AP News”

Zambia opposition leader who sought refuge following disputed elections is now accused of treason - AP News

Key points

Zambia's main opposition leader surrendered to police after seeking refuge at a UN building.
He and running mate were questioned and recorded warn and caution statements before potential charges.
Hichilema won the August 13 election with around 60% amid violence and vote irregularities.
Authorities say 11 people were arrested in a raid at Mundubile's home with weapons found.
Amnesty International and UN rights chief voiced concerns over killings and arrests of opposition figures.

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Other reports

SourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Al JazeeraSourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Al Jazeera20:13 UTC
“Zambia opposition leader questioned over ‘treason’ amid election fallout”

Thursday 27 August

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Zambia opposition leader who sought refuge following disputed elections is now accused of treason - AP News
Zambia's main opposition leader surrendered after refuge in a UN building, then was questioned with his running mate over potential treason charges.
SourcesAl Jazeera20:13 UTCAP News21:54 UTC27 Aug
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Zambia opposition leader who sought refuge following disputed elections is now accused of treason - AP News
Zambia's main opposition leader surrendered after refuge in a UN building, then was questioned with his running mate over potential treason charges.
SourcesAl Jazeera20:13 UTCAP News21:54 UTC27 Aug