WASHINGTON: The United States has condemned and expresses condolences over the murder of senior journalist Arshad Sharif and demanded a full investigation from Kenya.
US State Department spokesperson Ned Price said the world was aware of the work of journalist Arshad Sharif, and that the complete information of Arshad Sharif’s death hadn’t come to light as yet.
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US State Department statement on Arshad Sharif. pic.twitter.com/HLCvxyiFu3
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“Deeply saddened by death of Arshad Sharif. We encourage a full investigation by the Govt of Kenya into his death. It’s not entirely clear that we know all the circumstances at this point regarding what led to his death, but we do urge a full investigation”, said the State Department spokesperson.
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