FranceOpposition groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo have launched protests against President Felix Tshisekedi's proposed constitutional amendment that could allow him to run for a third term. Although elections are still two years away, the ruling party's parliamentary majority has already passed the proposal, sparking significant tension. Tshisekedi, who has been in power since 2019, has not yet decided to sign the bill into law. Opposition leaders, including those from the C64 coalition, have called for mass demonstrations on July 22 and urged the president to abandon the plan. Recent protests, such as one held on June 12, have turned violent, resulting in clashes with pro-government supporters and police, with reports of casualties and injuries. Human Rights Watch has criticized the security forces for using excessive force against protesters.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the opposition's resistance to Tshisekedi's potential third term as a legitimate and urgent cause for action, emphasizing their calls for mass mobilization and public pressure. It highlights the opposition's demands for transparency and accountability, while portraying the ruling党
Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 70): The article accurately reports on opposition calls for Tshisekedi's resignation and the proposed constitutional changes. It provides details on the political situation and quotes from opposition figures. However, the mention of 'at least one protester died' without specifying the exact number or sou
