Photos Show Violent Protests in Nepal, with Government Buildings Set on Fire
Youth-led protests against a government ban on over two dozen social media platforms escalated into violent clashes causing over 19 deaths and the resignation of the Prime Minister.
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Photos show violent protests in Nepal, with government buildings set on fire
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — A short-lived ban on social media in Nepal prompted violent protests in the capital, with demonstrators setting fire to government buildings and politicians’ homes.
'Anarchists have infiltrated protests': Nepali Army on nationwide violence
A day after protesters torched all three branches of the government in Kathmandu amid reports of widespread criminal activities, the Nepali Army has said that anarchist groups and individuals have infiltrated the movement and engaged in vandalism, arson, looting, violent attacks, and attempted rape.
Nepal Parliament In Flames As Anti-Corruption Protests Turn Violent
A massive fire continues to rage inside Nepal's Parliament in Kathmandu following an intense youth-led uprising against corruption and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, who has now resigned. Protesters, driven by frustration and a call for democratic reform, have stormed the premises, torching multiple vehicles including those belonging to the Nepal Police, paramilitary forces, and even the fire brigade. NDTV brings exclusive ground visuals f…
On the second day of large-scale anti-corruption protests in Nepal, the chaos has escalated. In the capital, Kathmandu, the parliament building was stormed by protesters and set ablaze yesterday. The iconic building appears to have been completely destroyed by fire overnight. Hundreds of inmates have escaped from two prisons in the west of the country, according to police. The two complexes were also reportedly stormed by protesters. According t…
Demonstrators in Kathmandu set fire to the parliament building today, continuing protests against corruption and the ban on social media, in which at least 19 people died on Monday.
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