Posted by admin on July 28, 2013
Following Friday prayers, protesters turned out in large numbers at Grand Anwar mosque, condemning the arrest of their fellow Muslims and calling for a stop to government interference in religious affairs.
Uztaz Abubeker Ahmed
When police later arrived at the scene, protesters were seen throwing stones, causing damage to public and government properties.
The Ethiopian government has repeatedly denied of intervening in religious affairs and associates the Muslim protests with Islamic extremism.
Some government authorities claim the “Muslim movement” has a hidden political agenda and is more than it appears to be.
“We are gathered here to call for the release of Muslim leaders and followers arrested in the pretext of terrorism”, a protester told on condition of anonymity. Read more from Sudan Tribune
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