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Multiple fatalities as Nepal police fire on protesters

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Officials in Nepal say at least 16 people are dead and dozens more injured after police opened fire on protesters. Tens of thousands, mostly young people, rallied in the capital Kathmandu against the government's ban on platforms including Facebook, X, and YouTube.

Breakdown
  • Tens of thousands protested in Kathmandu against a government social media ban.
  • Protesters also raised issues of corruption and lack of transparency. 52s
  • Demonstration turned violent as protesters breached barricades near parliament. 1m 13s
  • Police responded with tear gas, water cannons, and live fire, causing fatalities and injuries. 1m 24s
  • A curfew was imposed around key government sites following the unrest. 1m 35s
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