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<p>The Government condemns the use of violence and intimidation. We regularly urge
the government of Zimbabwe to end human rights abuses and restore internationally
accepted standards. We have urged the authorities in Zimbabwe to fully and properly
investigate these allegations, and to ensure that the perpetrators of any violence
are held to account. In Norton, prior to the election day, opposition rallies were
violently broken up by police, and there were reports that supporters of the victor
were harassed, including an abduction, sexual assault and beatings by Zimbabwe African
National Union youth members. The election day itself was peaceful.</p>
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