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Why did the public viewing of Kenya's Odinga turn violent

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Violent clashes and deadly stampedes occurred during the public viewing of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga's body in Nairobi on October 16 and 17, 2025, due to overwhelming crowds, security forces firing tear gas and live ammunition, and underlying political tensions.

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