“I express my deep emotion and concern at the violent and degrading treatment of African migrants seeking to cross an international border between Morocco and Spain,” he tweeted.
Our hearts and prayers go out to the parents and loved ones of the 24 teenagers who tragically lost their lives at a nightspot in South Africa over the weekend. We stand in full solidarity with the people and the @GovernmentZA during this time of unspeakable grief and sorrow.
— Moussa Faki Mahamat (@AUC_MoussaFaki) June 26, 2022
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“I call for an immediate investigation into this case and remind all countries of their obligations under international law to treat all migrants with dignity and to put their safety and human rights first, while curbing any excessive use of force,” the AU commissioner added.
At least 23 migrants died and 140 police officers were injuredaccording to the Moroccan authorities, during an attempt to enter some 2,000 migrants in the Spanish enclave of Melilla, in Moroccan territory.
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