Summary
Armed soldiers are patrolling Kathmandu, Nepal, after deadly protests led to the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The protests began after a social media ban and have grown due to grievances about corruption and unemployment. The Nepali army is enforcing a curfew to try to return the city to normal.
Key Facts
- Soldiers are enforcing a curfew in Kathmandu to control deadly protests.
- The unrest started when the government banned popular social media apps.
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned due to the protests.
- Demonstrators are protesting against corruption and high unemployment.
- 19 people died, and hundreds were injured in clashes with security forces.
- Protesters have targeted government buildings, setting some on fire.
- A high unemployment rate has led many Nepalis to seek jobs abroad.
- Neighboring countries like China are urging for a quick resolution to restore order.
