Shot dead for protesting against corruption in Nepal
Summary
Violent protests in Nepal against government corruption led to the deaths of over 70 people, most of whom were young. The protests began after a social media ban and escalated into a movement against the ruling class. Nepal's police plan to investigate these events, but it is unclear who ordered the use of lethal force.Key Facts
- Protests in Nepal resulted in over 70 deaths and more than 1,000 injuries.
- The protests were initially triggered by a social media ban and dissatisfaction with government corruption.
- Many of those killed were shot, and the police are accused of firing on crowds.
- Families are identifying the bodies of their loved ones at a hospital mortuary.
- The unrest led to attacks on politicians' homes and government buildings.
- Nepal's police have announced they will investigate the violence during the protests.
- The government in Nepal was toppled because of the protests and related unrest.
- Medical facilities treated hundreds of injured people during the protests, with some dying from their injuries.
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