South Africa's parliament descended into chaos as leftist
MPs scuffled with security during a key annual speech by President Jacob Zuma.
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), led by Julius Malema,
repeatedly interrupted Mr Zuma, demanding answers over a spending scandal.
The speaker of parliament then ordered their removal,
prompting scuffles.
The largest opposition party, the Democratic Alliance,
walked out in protest at their expulsion.
"You can't send police into parliament," said
Democratic Alliance parliamentary leader Mmusi Maimane.
The EFF used President Zuma's annual State of the Nation
speech to question him about a state-funded, multi-million dollar upgrade to
his private residence.
They were evicted by large numbers of security guards. Among
those thrown out was Mr Malema.
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