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2 killed as Congo opposition headquarters attacked, UN says

People stand near burning debris during election protests in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Monday, Sept. 19, 2016. Witnesses say at least four people are dead after opposition protests against a delayed presidential election turned violent in Congo's capital. The protests were organized by activists who are opposed to longtime President Joseph Kabila, who is now expected to stay in office after his mandate ends in December. (AP Photo/John Bompengo) People stand near burning debris during election protests in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Monday, Sept. 19, 2016. Witnesses say at least four people are dead after opposition protests against a delayed presidential election turned violent in Congo's capital. The protests were organized by activists who are opposed to longtime President Joseph Kabila, who is now expected to stay in office after his mandate ends in December. (AP Photo/John Bompengo)

By Associated Press September 20, 2016 1 min read

KINSHASA, Congo (AP) – The United Nations says at least two people have been killed after attacks on the headquarters of five opposition political parties in Congo late Monday.

The U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights statement also says riots erupted early Tuesday, with shots fired.

Congo’s government has said at least 17 were killed Monday in clashes between security forces and demonstrators opposed to President Joseph Kabila. The U.N. says about 200 have been arrested.

Congo has seen rising tensions as Kabila is expected to stay in office after his mandate ends in December. The electoral commission says November’s scheduled presidential vote won’t be possible.

A court has determined Kabila can stay in power until another vote is organized.

The U.N. notes reports of “excessive use of force” by security forces and demonstrators.