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Originally published by Kenyanstop
November 9, 2025
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I Don’t Regret Ordering Police to Shoot Protesters in the Leg, Ruto Says on Al Jazeera
Following these sentiments, a section of the Kenyan media ran stories criticising Ruto’s government, labelling his administration as rogue...
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In an interview with Al Jazeera, President William Ruto affirmed his stance on instructing police to use force against protesters targeting government installations, stating he does not regret the directive as it upholds law and order. He clarified that these were not directives but an expression of his commitment to public safety, emphasizing the police's independence.
- President William Ruto defended his instruction for police to shoot protesters in the leg during a recent Al Jazeera interview.
- He stated that the police operate independently and are within their rights to use force when lives are in danger.
- The President also addressed media criticism, asserting the press's right to free expression, and reiterated his government's commitment to accountability for police misconduct.
- In July, Ruto warned that anyone storming businesses or police stations "should be shot in the leg."
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